New Year's Day 2026 — Svalbard & Jan Mayen
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen, 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 
Svalbard & Jan Mayen
Svalbard & Jan Mayen 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 Svalbard & Jan Mayen (2026)
Thursday, April 2, 2026 Maundy Thursday Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Sunday, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Thursday, May 14, 2026 Ascension Day Sunday, May 17, 2026 Constitution Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 Pentecost Monday, May 25, 2026 Whit Monday Friday, December 25, 2026 Christmas Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Svalbard & Jan Mayen is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen?
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.