New Year's Day 2026 — Czechia
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Czechia, 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
Czechia 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 Czechia (2026)
Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Friday, May 8, 2026 Liberation Day Sunday, July 5, 2026 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Monday, July 6, 2026 Jan Hus Day Monday, September 28, 2026 St. Wenceslas Day (Czech Statehood Day) Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Independent Czechoslovak State Day Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day Thursday, December 24, 2026 Christmas Eve
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Czechia is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Czechia?
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.