Italy Public Holidays 2027
Italy observes 12 national public holidays in 2027. New Year’s Day (Friday Jan 1) and the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi (Monday Oct 4) each generate excellent three-day weekends. Two major holidays coincide with weekends — Ferragosto (Sunday August 15) and St. Stephen’s Day (Sunday December 26) — without statutory rollover days under general Italian law.
At a glance
Italy has 13 official public holidays (13 days off) in 2027 and 4 long weekends; the longest break is New Year (Jan 1 – 3, 3 days).
| Public holidays | 13 |
|---|---|
| Total days off | 13 |
| Longest break | New Year · 3 days (Jan 1 – 3) |
| Long weekends | 4 |
Official public holidays
New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Epiphany (January 6, 2027), Easter Sunday (March 28, 2027), Easter Monday (March 29, 2027), Liberation Day (April 25, 2027), Labour Day (May 1, 2027), Republic Day (June 2, 2027), Assumption Day (Ferragosto) (August 15, 2027), St. Francis of Assisi's Day (October 4, 2027), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2027), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027), St. Stephen's Day (December 26, 2027)
Italy public holiday list
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFalls on Friday, creating a three-day opening holiday weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| January 6, 2027 | Wednesday | EpiphanyFalls on Wednesday, mid-week festive celebration.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| March 28, 2027 | Sunday | Easter SundayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| March 29, 2027 | Monday | Easter MondayPasquetta, traditional outdoor picnic holiday creating a 3-day break.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| April 25, 2027 | Sunday | Liberation DayFalls on Sunday — no replacement day off under general Italian law.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 1, 2027 | Saturday | Labour DayFalls on Saturday — absorbed into normal weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| June 2, 2027 | Wednesday | Republic DayFalls on Wednesday, mid-week national holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| August 15, 2027 | Sunday | Assumption Day (Ferragosto)Falls on Sunday — extra unspent holiday pay applies under many collective contracts.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| October 4, 2027 | Monday | St. Francis of Assisi's DayFalls on Monday, creating a perfect three-day autumn weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| November 1, 2027 | Monday | All Saints' DayFalls on Monday, delivering another convenient three-day weekend in November.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 8, 2027 | Wednesday | Immaculate ConceptionFalls on Wednesday, mid-week holiday kickoff to Christmas season.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayFalls on Saturday — no statutory Monday rollover.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 26, 2027 | Sunday | St. Stephen's DayFalls on Sunday — no replacement day off.Public holiday | Public holiday |
National holidays
12
Monday breaks
2 (Mar 29, Oct 4)
Lost to weekends
3 (Apr 25, Aug 15, Dec 26)
Longest break
Easter · 3 days
2027 Italy calendar
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Italy long weekends in 2027
New Year
3 daysJan 1 – 3
New Year's Day falls on a Friday for a three-day weekend.
Easter
3 daysMar 27 – 29
Saturday through Easter Monday (Pasquetta).
St. Francis of Assisi
3 daysOct 2 – 4
St. Francis falls on Monday for a three-day autumn weekend.
All Saints' Day
3 daysOct 30 – Nov 1
All Saints on Monday provides another three-day holiday break.
Autumn holiday bonus: two consecutive Monday holidays in October and November
A defining feature of the 2027 holiday calendar in Italy is the generous distribution of autumn breaks. The recently reinstated national holiday of St. Francis of Assisi on Monday October 4 combines with All Saints’ Day on Monday November 1 to offer two distinct three-day long weekends within less than a month, ideal for cultural tourism across Italian regions.
Compensation rules for weekend holidays in Italy
Under Article 5 of Law 260/1949 and prevailing national collective agreements (CCNL), when an official public holiday coincides with a Sunday (such as Ferragosto and St. Stephen’s Day in 2027), employees do not receive an alternative day off during the week. Instead, employers must compensate salaried staff by adding 1/26th of their normal monthly salary as "festività non goduta" (unspent holiday pay).
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Official sources & data
- Legge 27 maggio 1949, n. 260 - Disposizioni in materia di ricorrenze festiveVisit sourceNormattiva / Governo Italiano
- Legge 8 ottobre 2025, n. 151 - Istituzione della festa nazionale di San Francesco d’AssisiVisit sourceGazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in Italy in 2027?
Italy has 12 national public holidays in 2027 (including the annual Feast of St. Francis of Assisi established under Law 151/2025), plus each city’s local Patron Saint Day.
What is the longest holiday break in Italy in 2027?
The longest break in Italy is New Year (Jan 1 – 3, 3 days).
What are the official public holidays in Italy in 2027?
Italy has 13 official public holidays in 2027: New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Epiphany (January 6, 2027), Easter Sunday (March 28, 2027), Easter Monday (March 29, 2027), Liberation Day (April 25, 2027), Labour Day (May 1, 2027), Republic Day (June 2, 2027), Assumption Day (Ferragosto) (August 15, 2027), St. Francis of Assisi's Day (October 4, 2027), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2027), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027), St. Stephen's Day (December 26, 2027).
What happens when Ferragosto falls on a Sunday in 2027?
There is no substitute Monday holiday. However, eligible salaried employees under Italian collective agreements (CCNL) receive an extra day’s pay on their August payslip as compensation.
What day is St. Francis of Assisi's holiday in 2027?
It falls on Monday 4 October 2027, creating a three-day national holiday weekend with closure of schools and offices.
When is Easter in Italy in 2027?
Easter Sunday is on March 28, followed by Easter Monday (Pasquetta) on March 29, 2027, providing a continuous three-day break.
Are banks and post offices open on Italian national holidays?
No. Banks (banche), public administration offices, and post offices (Poste Italiane) are closed nationwide on all 12 official public holidays.
