New Year's Day 2026 — North Macedonia
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in North Macedonia, 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
Date January 1, 2026
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
North Macedonia
North Macedonia Status This holiday has passed
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 North Macedonia (2026)
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Orthodox Christmas Friday, March 20, 2026 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Sunday, April 12, 2026 Orthodox Easter Monday, April 13, 2026 Orthodox Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 Saints Cyril and Methodius Day Sunday, August 2, 2026 Day of the Republic Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Independence Day Sunday, October 11, 2026 Revolution Day Friday, October 23, 2026 Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in North Macedonia is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in North Macedonia?
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.