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Montenegro Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

38 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Montenegro in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, January 2, 2025
New Year's Day Holiday
New Year's Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
Mon
Monday, January 6, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Eve
Orthodox Christmas Eve is a national holiday in Montenegro
Optional holiday
Tue
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Day
Many Orthodox churches annually celebrate Christmas Day on or around January 7. This event commemorates the story of Jesus Christ’s birth, according to the Christian Bible.
Optional holiday
Wed
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Day Holiday
Orthodox Christmas Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
Optional holiday
March
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Ramadan Start
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Montenegro (Podgorica)
Season
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Ramdan Bayram
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
Optional holiday
Mon
Monday, March 31, 2025
Ramdan Bayram Holiday
Ramdan Bayram Holiday is a season in Montenegro
Optional holiday
April
Tue
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Ramdan Bayram Holiday
Ramdan Bayram Holiday is a season in Montenegro
Optional holiday
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Optional holiday
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Orthodox Good Friday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world annually observe Good Friday to commemorate the events leading up to Jesus Christ's crucifixion.
Optional holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Orthodox Easter Sunday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world often celebrate Easter Sunday at a different time to the date set by many western churches.
Optional holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Optional holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Orthodox Easter Monday
Orthodox Easter Monday is the day after the Orthodox Easter Sunday.
Optional holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labour Day/May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, May 2, 2025
Labour Day/May Day Holiday
Labour Day/May Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
Wed
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Independence Day Holiday
Independence Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Kurban Bayram
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
Optional holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Kurban Bayram Holiday
Kurban Bayram Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
Optional holiday
Mon
Monday, June 9, 2025
Kurban Bayram Holiday
Kurban Bayram Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
Optional holiday
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Montenegro (Podgorica)
Season
July
Sun
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Statehood Day
Statehood Day is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
Mon
Monday, July 14, 2025
Statehood Day Holiday
Statehood Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Statehood Day observed
Statehood Day is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Montenegro (Podgorica)
Season
October
Thu
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) is an important Jewish holiday that centers on the themes of atonement and repentance.
Optional holiday
Fri
Friday, October 3, 2025
Yom Kippur Holiday
Yom Kippur Holiday is a season in Montenegro
Optional holiday
November
Sat
Saturday, November 1, 2025
All Saints' Day
Many churches honor all their saints on All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day.
Optional holiday
Thu
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Njegoš Day
Njegoš Day is a national holiday in Montenegro
National holiday
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Montenegro (Podgorica)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Optional holiday
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Optional holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Day After Christmas
Day After Christmas is a season in Montenegro
Optional holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Montenegro Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Montenegro

Montenegro follows the Orthodox Christian calendar, which often differs from Western Christian dates. Major celebrations like Easter and Christmas may fall on different dates than in Catholic or Protestant countries, reflecting the Julian calendar tradition.

Major Holidays in Montenegro

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

National holiday

New Year's Day Holiday

Thursday, January 2, 2025

New Year's Day Holiday is a national holiday in Montenegro

National holiday

Independence Day

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Montenegro

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Montenegro observes 38 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Montenegro's 38 official holidays reflect the nation's orthodox heritage and montenegrin traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Montenegro carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Montenegro's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Montenegro, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Montenegro Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Montenegro is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Montenegro timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Montenegro and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.