New Year's Day 2026 — Portugal
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Portugal, 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
Portugal 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 Portugal (2026)
Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Sunday, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday Saturday, April 25, 2026 Liberty Day Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Thursday, June 4, 2026 Corpus Christi Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Portugal Day Saturday, August 15, 2026 Assumption Monday, October 5, 2026 Implantação da República Sunday, November 1, 2026 All Saints' Day Tuesday, December 1, 2026 Restauração da Independência
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Portugal is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Portugal?
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.