Ireland Public Holidays 2026
January
New Year's Day
New Year's Day is the first day of the year. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
Day off for New Year's Day
New Year's Day is the first day of the year. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
Epiphany
Epiphany is a Christian holiday celebrated globally on January 6 each year. It commemorates two events recorded in the Bible: the three wise men's visit to baby Jesus; and Jesus' baptism.
March
Mother's Day
Mother's Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
St. Patrick's Day
St Patrick's Day is the feast day of Ireland's patron saint. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
Public Holiday
Public Holiday is a national holiday in Ireland
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday is a Christian observance on the Thursday during Holy Week. It is the day before Good Friday.
Good Friday
Good Friday is an occasion for Christians to commemorate Jesus Christ's crucifixion. It is a day of rest and Christian worship in the Republic of Ireland.
Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday.
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday is an occasion for Christians to celebrate Jesus' resurrection, which occurred after his crucifixion according to Christian belief.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
May
May Day
The first Monday of May is a public holiday in Ireland. It does not have an official name but is often referred to as May Day or Labour Day.
Ascension Day
Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter. It is a religious holiday that commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven.
Pentecost
Many Christians all over the world annually observe Pentecost, also known as Whitsunday or Whit Sunday.
June
October
December
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day in the Republic of Ireland. It also marks the start of the Christmas festive period.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is an occasion for Christians to celebrate the Jesus Christ's birth. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
St. Stephen's Day
St Stephen's Day commemorates the life of St Stephen, an early Christian martyr. It is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland.
New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve is the last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It serves as an occasion for parties and celebrations.