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Residents of Monaco can look forward to a year punctuated by twelve official public holidays in 2026, offering ample opportunities for relaxation and travel. From the traditional observance of Sainte Dévote on January 27th to Christmas Day on December 25th, the calendar is rich with commemorative dates.
The 2026 calendar is particularly favorable for extended weekends. Key dates include New Year's Day (January 1st), Easter Monday (April 6th), and Whit Monday (May 25th). Ascension Day (May 14th) and Corpus Christi (June 4th) also fall on Thursdays, creating potential opportunities for longer breaks with minimal time off work.
May emerges as a standout month, presenting three public holidays: Labour Day (May 1st), Ascension Day (May 14th), and Whit Monday (May 25th).
"By strategically using vacation days, individuals can create extended periods of rest without heavily impacting their accrued time off," notes TVMonaco. Some residents have already expressed plans to maximize their time off in May, aiming for a longer holiday period.
The full list of public holidays includes: New Year's Day (January 1st), Sainte Dévote (January 27th), Easter Monday (April 6th), Labour Day (May 1st), Ascension Day (May 14th), Whit Monday (May 25th), Corpus Christi (June 4th), Assumption (August 15th), All Saints’ Day (November 1st), Prince’s Day (November 19th), Immaculate Conception (December 8th), and Christmas (December 25th).
Strategic planning is crucial. Monaco residents are encouraged to review the calendar and coordinate their vacation days to fully leverage the public holiday schedule.