Bulgaria public holidays 2026 and working days calculator
All official public holidays in Bulgaria and the number of working days between any two dates, including Orthodox Easter and days off moved from weekends.
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Public holidays & working days · 28.10.2026
Calendar days65
Weekend days18
Holidays on weekdays3
Working days44
*** Estimate only ***
The government sometimes declares extra days off or working Saturdays. These are not included.
Public holidays in this period
- 24/12/2026 · Christmas Eve
- 25/12/2026 · Christmas
- 28/12/2026 · Day off for Christmas
Public holidays in Bulgaria in 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 01/01/2026 | New Year's Day |
| 03/03/2026 | Liberation Day |
| 10/04/2026 | Good Friday |
| 11/04/2026 | Holy Saturday |
| 12/04/2026 | Easter Sunday |
| 13/04/2026 | Easter Monday |
| 01/05/2026 | Labour Day |
| 06/05/2026 | St George's Day |
| 24/05/2026 | Education and Culture Day |
| 25/05/2026 | Day off for Education and Culture Day |
| 06/09/2026 | Unification Day |
| 07/09/2026 | Day off for Unification Day |
| 22/09/2026 | Independence Day |
| 24/12/2026 | Christmas Eve |
| 25/12/2026 | Christmas |
| 26/12/2026 | Christmas |
| 28/12/2026 | Day off for Christmas |
Bulgaria has 249 working days in 2026. Easter follows the Orthodox calendar, so it often falls on a different date than in Western Europe. When a holiday falls on a weekend, the next working day is a day off.
Frequently asked questions
How many working days are there in Bulgaria in 2026?
249 working days, based on the official public holidays.
When is Easter in Bulgaria in 2026?
Orthodox Easter Sunday is on 12/04/2026. Good Friday to Easter Monday are public holidays.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
The next working day becomes a day off.
Is Christmas a public holiday in Bulgaria?
Yes. 24, 25 and 26 December are all public holidays.