The calendar below maps out Malta's 2026 holidays month by month, combining national public holidays with regional school breaks. Across the year, 14 national public holidays are highlighted, with 11 landing on weekdays. The same school holiday dates apply across all 5 regions, adding up to about 127 days this year. The holiday year opens with New Year's Day on 1 January and runs through to Christmas Day on 25 December. Each coloured day in the calendar links to its public holiday or school break.