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Romania Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

36 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Romania 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 (Anul Nou) and the following day, on January 1 and 2 respectively, are annual holidays in Romania.
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, January 2, 2025
Day after New Year's Day
Both New Year’s Day (Anul Nou) and the following day, on January 1 and 2 respectively, are annual holidays in Romania.
National holiday
Mon
Monday, January 6, 2025
Epiphany
Epiphany is a Christian holiday celebrated globally on January 6 each year. It commemorates two events recorded in the Bible: the three wise men’s visit to baby Jesus; and Jesus’ baptism.
Orthodox
Tue
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
Synaxis of St. John the Baptist is a national holiday and Orthodox holiday in Romania
Orthodox
Fri
Friday, January 24, 2025
Unification Day
Unification Day celebrates the political union between Wallachia and Moldavia, which is deemed as the foundation of modern Romania.
National holiday
February
Wed
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Constantin Brancusi Day
Constantin Brancusi Day is a observance in Romania
Observance
Mon
Monday, February 24, 2025
Dragobete
Dragobete is a folk holiday in Romania with ancient origins that centers on love and the return of spring.
Observance
March
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Mărțișor
Mărțișor in Romania celebrates the start of spring. The name stems from the word March, which is “martie” in Romanian.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
International Women's Day
Many people in Romania celebrate Women’s Day on March 8.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Romania (Bucharest)
Season
April
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.
Orthodox
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Orthodox Easter Day
Easter (Paștele) is both a religious and a national holiday in Romania. The Easter date is based on the Orthodox Christian Church’s calendar.
Orthodox
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Orthodox Easter Monday
The Day after Easter (Paștele) is both a religious and a national holiday in Romania. The Easter date is based on the Orthodox Christian Church’s calendar.
Orthodox
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day (Ziua muncii) is a national public holiday in Romania on May 1 each year.
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Mothers' Day
Many Romanians celebrate Mother’s Day (Ziua Mamei) on the first Sunday of May.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Monarchy Day
Monarchy Day is a observance in Romania
Observance
Sat
Saturday, May 10, 2025
National Independence Day
National Independence Day is a observance in Romania
Observance
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Fathers' Day
Many Romanians celebrate Father’s Day (Ziua Tatălui) on the second Sunday of May.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Orthodox Ascension Day
Ascension Day (Înălțarea) is an annual observance in Romania to commemorate the Christian belief of Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven.
Orthodox
June
Sun
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Children's Day
Children’s Day (Ziua Copilului) is annually celebrated on June 1 in Romania.
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Orthodox Pentecost
Many Christians in Romania celebrate the Pentecost (Rusalii or Rusaliile) public holiday, also known as Whitsunday or Whit Sunday.
Orthodox
Mon
Monday, June 9, 2025
Orthodox Pentecost Monday
Many Christians celebrate the Whit Monday (Rusalii or Rusaliile) public holiday in Romania.
Orthodox
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Romania (Bucharest)
Season
Thu
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Flag Day
Romania’s Flag Day (Ziua Tricolorului) is an annual observance on June 26.
Observance
July
Tue
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
National Anthem Day
Romania’s Anthem Day (Ziua Imnului Național) is an annual observance on July 29.
Observance
August
Fri
Friday, August 15, 2025
St Mary's Day
The feast day of the Assumption of Mary is a national holiday in Romania on August 15 every year.
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Romania (Bucharest)
Season
October
Fri
Friday, October 31, 2025
Halloween
Some places in Romania, including in parts of Transylvania, have special Halloween events inspired by the Dracula theme on October 31.
Observance
November
Sun
Sunday, November 30, 2025
St Andrew's Day
St Andrew’s Day (Ziua Sfântului Andrei) is a national holiday in Romania on November 30 every year.
National holiday
December
Mon
Monday, December 1, 2025
National Day
National Day in Romania, also called Unification Day, is an annual public holiday to remember when the country’s provinces became united on December 1, 1918.
National holiday
Mon
Monday, December 8, 2025
Constitution Day
Romania’s Constitution Day is observed on December 8 every year.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Romania (Bucharest)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve, or the day before Christmas Day, falls on December 24 every year in Romania.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a Christian holiday to celebrate Jesus Christ’s birth in Romania and falls on December 25 every year.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Second day of Christmas
The second day of Christmas falls on December 26 and is part of a two-day Christian holiday in Romania to celebrate Jesus Christ’s birth.
National holiday
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
Many Romanians celebrate New Year’s Eve (Revelion) on December 31, the last day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Romania Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Romania

Romania 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 Romania

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day (Anul Nou) and the following day, on January 1 and 2 respectively, are annual holidays in Romania.

National holiday

Day after New Year's Day

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Both New Year’s Day (Anul Nou) and the following day, on January 1 and 2 respectively, are annual holidays in Romania.

National holiday

National Day

Monday, December 1, 2025

National Day in Romania, also called Unification Day, is an annual public holiday to remember when the country’s provinces became united on December 1, 1918.

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Romania observes 36 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Romania's 36 official holidays reflect the nation's orthodox heritage and romanian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Romania 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

Romania'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

Romania observes Central European Time and switches to daylight saving time. Coordinate holiday schedules with EU partners as many holidays are shared. Note that Orthodox Christian countries may celebrate some holidays on different dates.

Why Check Romania 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

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