Public Holidays in Iceland
Upcoming Holidays
- Feb16
Bolludagur
In 10 daysObservance - Feb17
Sprengidagur
In 11 daysObservance - Feb18
Woman's Day
In 12 daysObservance
Holiday Calendar
January(3 holidays)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayPublic
- 6TueEpiphanyObservance
- 23FriBóndadagurObservance
February(4 holidays)
- 16MonBolludagurObservance
- 17TueSprengidagurObservance
- 18WedWoman's DayObservance
- 18WedAsh WednesdayObservance
March(1 holiday)
- 29SunPalm SundayObservance
April(5 holidays)
- 2ThuMaundy ThursdayPublic
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 5SunEaster SundayPublic
- 6MonEaster MondayPublic
- 23ThuFirst Day of SummerPublic
May(5 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 10SunMother's DayObservance
- 14ThuAscension DayPublic
- 24SunPentecostPublic
- 25MonWhit MondayPublic
June(2 holidays)
- 7SunThe Seamen's DayObservance
- 17WedIcelandic National DayPublic
August(1 holiday)
- 3MonCommerce DayPublic
October(1 holiday)
- 24SatFirst Day of WinterObservance
November(1 holiday)
- 16MonIcelandic Language DayObservance
December(5 holidays)
- 23WedSt Þorlákur's DayObservance
- 24ThuChristmas EvePublic
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
- 26SatBoxing DayPublic
- 31ThuNew Year's EvePublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Iceland
Public holidays in Iceland. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Iceland Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 16 public holidays in Iceland with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.