The calendar below maps out Northern Ireland's 2026 holidays month by month, combining national public holidays with regional school breaks. Across the year, 10 national public holidays are highlighted, with 10 landing on weekdays. School holidays follow one national calendar that applies in all 6 regions, totalling roughly 92 days over the year. The first marked day is New Year's Day (1 January) and the last is Boxing Day (substitute) (28 December). Hover over or tap any highlighted day to see what it marks.