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Slovakia Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

44 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

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

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DateHolidayType
January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Republic Day
Republic Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
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.
National holiday
March
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Slovakia (Bratislava)
Season
Tue
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Struggle for Human Rights Day
Struggle for Human Rights Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
April
Sun
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Unfairly Prosecuted Persons Day
Unfairly Prosecuted Persons Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Christian
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
National holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Accession to the European Union Day
Accession to the European Union Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Sun
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Death Anniversary of M. R. Štefánik
Death Anniversary of M. R. Štefánik is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Thu
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Day of Victory Over Fascism
Day of Victory Over Fascism is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Anniversary of the Memorandum of the Slovak Nation
Anniversary of the Memorandum of the Slovak Nation is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Day of the Departure of the Soviet Army from Czechoslovakia
Day of the Departure of the Soviet Army from Czechoslovakia is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Slovakia (Bratislava)
Season
Tue
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Remembrance Day for the Victims of the Communist Regime
Remembrance Day for the Victims of the Communist Regime is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
July
Sat
Saturday, July 5, 2025
St. Cyril & St. Methodius Day
St. Cyril & St. Methodius Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
Sat
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Foreign Slovaks Day
Foreign Slovaks Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Thu
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Anniversary of the Declaration of Sovereignty of the Slovak Republic
Anniversary of the Declaration of Sovereignty of the Slovak Republic is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
August
Mon
Monday, August 4, 2025
Matice Slovenska Day
Matice Slovenska Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Sun
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Day of the Victims of Mining Disasters
Day of the Victims of Mining Disasters is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Thu
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Day of the Victims of the Occupation of Czechoslovakia
Day of the Victims of the Occupation of Czechoslovakia is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Fri
Friday, August 29, 2025
National Uprising Day
National Uprising Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 1, 2025
Constitution Day
Constitution Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Day of the Victims of Holocaust and of racial violence
Day of the Victims of Holocaust and of racial violence is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Mon
Monday, September 15, 2025
Day of Our Lady of Sorrows
Day of Our Lady of Sorrows is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
Fri
Friday, September 19, 2025
Foundation of the Slovak National Council Day
Foundation of the Slovak National Council Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Slovakia (Bratislava)
Season
October
Mon
Monday, October 6, 2025
Day of the Heroes of the Carpathian-Duklian Operation
Day of the Heroes of the Carpathian-Duklian Operation is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Sun
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Samizdat Day
Samizdat Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Mon
Monday, October 27, 2025
Černová Tragedy Day
Černová Tragedy Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Establishment of the Independent Czecho-Slovak State
Establishment of the Independent Czecho-Slovak State is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Wed
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Birth of Ľudovíta Štúr
Birth of Ľudovíta Štúr is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Thu
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Anniversary of the Declaration of the Slovak Nation
Anniversary of the Declaration of the Slovak Nation is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
Fri
Friday, October 31, 2025
Reformation Day
Reformation Day is a observance in Slovakia
Observance
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.
National holiday
Mon
Monday, November 17, 2025
Fight for Freedom and Democracy Day
Fight for Freedom and Democracy Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Slovakia (Bratislava)
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.
National 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.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
St. Stephen's Day
St. Stephen's Day is a national holiday in Slovakia
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Day of the Declaration of Slovakia as an Independent Ecclesiastic Province
Day of the Declaration of Slovakia as an Independent Ecclesiastic Province is a observance in Slovakia
Observance

Understanding Slovakia Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Slovakia

Slovakia's holiday calendar is deeply rooted in Catholic traditions, with religious festivals forming the backbone of annual celebrations. Saints' days, holy week observances, and Marian feasts create a rich tapestry of faith-based holidays complemented by national commemorations.

Major Holidays in Slovakia

Easter Monday

Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.

National holiday

Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.

National holiday

Christmas Day

Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Slovakia observes 44 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 12-15 holidays annually.

Slovakia's 44 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic heritage and slovak traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Slovakia 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

Slovakia'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

Slovakia 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 Slovakia 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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Stay Perfectly Synchronized

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