Public holidays in Poland in 2026
The year 2026 brings 14 statutory holidays. According to the Act of January 18, 1951, on Public Holidays and its later amendments, these days are exempt from work obligations in Poland. Below is a detailed schedule of holidays and the rules for taking time off for holidays that fall on Saturdays.
In this article:
Calendar of public holidays in 2026
| Date | Holiday/Event |
|---|---|
| January 1 (Thursday) | New Year’s Day, Feast of the Holy Mother of God |
| January 6 (Tuesday) | Epiphany (Three Kings Day) |
| April 5 (Sunday) | Easter |
| April 6 (Monday) | Easter Monday |
| May 1 (Friday) | Labour Day |
| May 3 (Sunday) | Constitution Day |
| May 24 (Sunday) | Pentecost |
| June 4 (Thursday) | Corpus Christi |
| August 15 (Saturday) | Polish Armed Forces Day, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary |
| November 1 (Sunday) | All Saints’ Day |
| November 11 (Wednesday) | Independence Day |
| December 24 (Thursday) | Christmas Eve |
| December 25 (Friday) | Christmas (First Day) |
| December 26 (Saturday) | Christmas (Second Day) |
Working hours in 2026
In 2026, there will be:
- 114 days off, including weekends and public holidays
- 251 working days to be completed
- 8 holidays falling on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
- 6 holidays falling on weekends (Saturday or Sunday)
An important issue is holidays that fall on Saturdays, as employees are entitled to an additional day off.
Taking time off for holidays falling on Saturdays
If a holiday falls on a Saturday, which is typically a non-working day, according to Article 130 § 2 of the Labour Code, employees are entitled to an additional day off. In 2026, this applies to two dates:
- August 15 (Saturday) – Polish Armed Forces Day, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- December 26 (Saturday) – Christmas (Second Day)
The employer is obligated to provide the day off by the end of the settlement period, or in the case of a monthly settlement period, within the same month.
Rules for taking the day off
- Time of use: The day off for a holiday falling on a Saturday must be scheduled by the employer or agreed upon with the employee.
- One-time use: The employer cannot split the day off into several shorter periods – it must be a full day.
- Weekend work: Employees employed under weekend contracts are not entitled to an additional day off for a holiday falling on a Saturday.
- Failure to grant the day off: If the employer neglects their obligation, they may be fined between 1,000 and 30,000 PLN and may be required to pay wages with overtime pay
Summary
The year 2026 offers many opportunities for rest, and proper planning of public holidays can extend relaxation time. It is important to remember rights and obligations arising from the Labour Code, especially regarding the additional day off for holidays falling on Saturdays. Employers are obligated to provide this time off, which helps maintain a work-life balance.
If you have any questions regarding this topic or if you are in need for any additional information – please do not hesitate to contact us:
HR & PAYROLL DEPARTMENT
BARBARA
ROZWADOWSKA
Head of HR & Payroll Department
Department / Senior Manager
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