All public holidays in Spain in 2026

As the proud owner (or future buyer) of a second home in sunny Marbella, it’s wonderful to immerse yourself in Spanish culture. And when you think of Spain, you naturally think of fiestas! The Spanish Official Gazette (BOE) recently published the official calendar of public holidays for 2026.

This overview is useful not only for Spaniards themselves, but also for you as a homeowner. This way, you’ll know exactly when to expect a lively atmosphere, when stores might be closed, and when it’s the perfect time to plan a long weekend at your dream home in Spain.

The 9 National Holidays in 2026

These nine public holidays apply throughout the country, including during your stay on the Costa del Sol. Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar:

• January 1: New Year's Day
• January 6: Epiphany (Día de los Reyes Magos – a wonderful celebration to experience in Spain!)
• April 3: Good Friday
• May 1: Labor Day
• August 15: Assumption of Mary
• October 12: Spain's National Day
• November 1: All Saints' Day
• December 8: Immaculate Conception
• December 25: Christmas

Time for a "Puente" (long weekend)

The Spanish are masters at celebrating the " puente" (long weekend): creating a long weekend around a public holiday. In 2026, several public holidays fall at particularly convenient times for such a mini-vacation:

• May 1 falls on a Friday.
• October 12 falls on a Monday.

Less favorable in 2026 are November 1 (All Saints' Day) and December 6 (Constitution Day), both of which fall on a Sunday. But don’t worry: many Spanish regions observe these holidays on the following Monday. So there’s a good chance of even more long weekends!

Regional and local festivals

In addition to national holidays, Spain has a wonderful system of regional and local celebrations:

• Autonomous regions (such as Andalusia, which includes Marbella) are allowed to designate an additional five public holidays. These may include religious or regional holidays such as St. Joseph’s Day (March 19) or St. James’s Day (July 25).
• In addition, municipalities may designate one or two local holidays, often in honor of the local patron saint. In Marbella, for example, this is the week of San Bernabé in June.

By keeping a close eye on these dates, you can plan your vacations and stays perfectly and won’t miss out on any of the local charm and festivities.