How to check a destination's holidays
- Choose the country you plan to visit.
- Select the calendar year for your trip.
- Review the returned holiday names and dates, then confirm important plans with local sources.
Why public holidays matter to a trip
Public holidays may affect government offices, banks, shops, museums, public transport, and popular attractions. Some destinations also see higher demand around major dates, so use the calendar as an early prompt to check bookings and opening hours. The list is a planning aid, not a complete schedule of every regional, religious, school, or business closure.
Check details close to your departure
Holiday rules and observed dates can change, and regional holidays may apply only in particular areas. Confirm dates with the destination's official tourism, government, attraction, and transport websites before making non-refundable plans. This tool reports the public holiday data returned by its source; it does not guarantee that a venue will be open or closed.
Source: Nager.Date public holiday API. The calendar works without an API key. Data availability varies by country and year.