Spain in 2026 has an early Easter (5 April). Epiphany (6 January) falls on a Tuesday โ a bridge day on Monday 5 January creates a four-day break. Spain's National Day (12 October) falls on a Monday โ automatic three-day weekend for the military parade in Madrid. Constitution Day (6 December) falls on a Sunday โ absorbed into the weekend, but the Immaculate Conception (8 December) is a Tuesday, with a bridge day on Monday 7 December.
Labour Day (1 May) is a Friday โ automatic long weekend on the workers' holiday.
Public Holidays 2026
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Nationwide Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 6 Jan 2026 | Tue | Epiphany | Nationwide |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2026 | Fri | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Sat | Assumption of Mary | Nationwide |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | National Day of Spain | Nationwide |
| 1 Nov 2026 | Sun | All Saints' Day | Nationwide |
| 6 Dec 2026 | Sun | Constitution Day | Nationwide |
| 8 Dec 2026 | Tue | Immaculate Conception | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2026
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Andalusia โ School Holidays Overview
Winter Break
No break
Easter Break
30.03.2026 - 06.04.2026
Summer Holidays
20.06.2026 - 10.09.2026
Autumn Break
No break
Christmas Break
22.12.2026 - 07.01.2027
Holidays by Region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dรญa de Reyes (Epiphany) tradition in Spain?
Epiphany (6 January, Dรญa de Reyes Magos) is one of the most important holidays for Spanish families. Traditionally, children receive gifts from the Three Kings (Reyes Magos) rather than Father Christmas. On the evening of 5 January, cities hold large colourful parades (Cabalgata de Reyes) through the streets.
How many public holidays does Spain have?
Spain has 8 national public holidays. Autonomous communities add up to 2 regional holidays, and municipalities add 2 local holidays, making a typical total of around 12โ14 public holidays per year depending on where you live and work.
What is Spain's National Day?
Spain's National Day (Fiesta Nacional de Espaรฑa) is on 12 October. It marks the anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas in 1492. It is celebrated with a large military parade in Madrid. The day is also called Dรญa de la Hispanidad.
How long are school summer holidays in Spain?
Spanish school summer holidays typically last around 10โ11 weeks, running from approximately late June to early September. This is one of the longest summer breaks in Europe.
What is Semana Santa?
Semana Santa (Holy Week) is the week preceding Easter Sunday. It is the most important religious and cultural event in the Spanish calendar, marked by elaborate processions (procesiones) of religious brotherhoods carrying floats (pasos) through city streets. The processions in Seville, Mรกlaga, Valladolid, and Zamora are particularly famous.