In 2024, France will observe 11 public holidays. These days are widely recognized across the country and typically result in most businesses and offices being closed. The public holidays range from New Year's Day on January 1st to St. Stephen's Day on December 26th. Notably, some holidays like Good Friday and St. Stephen's Day are only observed regionally, particularly in Alsace and Moselle​.

Public holidays in France 2024

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Public holidays in France 2025

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Informal holidays in France

• 31 March (Sunday): Clocks go forward one hour as daylight saving time starts.
• 26 May (Sunday): Mother’s Day (Fête des Mères).
• 16 June (Sunday): Father’s Day (Fête des Pères).
• 27 October (Sunday): Clocks go back one hour as daylight saving time ends.

Easter in France

In France, Easter in 2025 will be celebrated with a blend of religious reverence and cultural festivity. Good Friday, which is not a public holiday except in Alsace and Moselle, falls on April 18. Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, however, are public holidays and will be observed on April 20 and April 21, respectively.

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Public holidays by country

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