New Year's Day 2026 — Austria
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Austria, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Austria New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Austria (2026)
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Epiphany Sunday, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Staatsfeiertag Thursday, May 14, 2026 Ascension Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 Pentecost Monday, May 25, 2026 Whit Monday Thursday, June 4, 2026 Corpus Christi Saturday, August 15, 2026 Assumption Monday, October 26, 2026 National Holiday
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Austria is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Austria?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.