Italy Public Holidays 2028
Italy features 12 national public holidays in 2028. Tuesday holidays abound, with Liberation Day (April 25), Republic Day (June 2), and Ferragosto (August 15) all falling on Tuesdays, providing outstanding four-day ponte bridge weekend possibilities. Christmas on Monday and St. Stephen’s Day on Tuesday deliver an uninterrupted four-day festive break to conclude the year.
At a glance
Italy has 13 official public holidays (13 days off) in 2028 and 5 long weekends; the longest break is Christmas (Dec 23 – 26, 4 days).
| Public holidays | 13 |
|---|---|
| Total days off | 13 |
| Longest break | Christmas · 4 days (Dec 23 – 26) |
| Long weekends | 5 |
Official public holidays
New Year's Day (January 1, 2028), Epiphany (January 6, 2028), Easter Sunday (April 16, 2028), Easter Monday (April 17, 2028), Liberation Day (April 25, 2028), Labour Day (May 1, 2028), Republic Day (June 2, 2028), Assumption Day (Ferragosto) (August 15, 2028), St. Francis of Assisi's Day (October 4, 2028), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2028), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2028), Christmas Day (December 25, 2028), St. Stephen's Day (December 26, 2028)
Italy public holiday list
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2028 | Saturday | New Year's DayFalls on Saturday — no statutory Monday replacement.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| January 6, 2028 | Thursday | EpiphanyFalls on Thursday — taking Friday Jan 7 creates a 4-day bridge holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| April 16, 2028 | Sunday | Easter SundayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| April 17, 2028 | Monday | Easter MondayPasquetta, traditional day for family outings and picnics.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| April 25, 2028 | Tuesday | Liberation DayFalls on Tuesday — taking Monday April 24 off provides a 4-day bridge holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 1, 2028 | Monday | Labour DayFalls on Monday, creating an immediate three-day holiday weekend in May.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| June 2, 2028 | Friday | Republic DayFalls on Tuesday — premier 4-day bridge opportunity with Monday off.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| August 15, 2028 | Tuesday | Assumption Day (Ferragosto)Falls on Tuesday — taking Monday August 14 off creates a 4-day Ferragosto bridge.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| October 4, 2028 | Wednesday | St. Francis of Assisi's DayFalls on Wednesday, mid-week national holiday honoring Italy’s patron saint.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| November 1, 2028 | Wednesday | All Saints' DayFalls on Wednesday, mid-week autumn public holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 8, 2028 | Friday | Immaculate ConceptionFalls on Friday, providing an ideal 3-day weekend to commence Christmas shopping.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 25, 2028 | Monday | Christmas DayFalls on Monday, extending the weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 26, 2028 | Tuesday | St. Stephen's DayFalls on Tuesday, completing a continuous 4-day festive holiday (Dec 23–26).Public holiday | Public holiday |
National holidays
12
Christmas break
Dec 23–26 · 4 days
Tuesday ponti
Apr 25, Jun 2, Aug 15
Friday breaks
Dec 8 · 3 days
2028 Italy calendar
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Italy long weekends in 2028
Easter
3 daysApr 15 – 17
Saturday through Easter Monday (Pasquetta).
Labour Day
3 daysApr 29 – May 1
Labour Day falls on Monday for a three-day weekend.
Republic Day
3 daysJun 2 – 4
Immaculate Conception
3 daysDec 8 – 10
Immaculate Conception on Friday provides a 3-day winter holiday.
Christmas
4 daysDec 23 – 26
Saturday Dec 23 through Tuesday Dec 26 four-day continuous festive break.
The triple Tuesday ponte phenomenon in 2028
A remarkable calendar alignment in 2028 positions three major public holidays on Tuesdays: Liberation Day (April 25), Republic Day (June 2), and Ferragosto (August 15). Italian employees taking three individual Mondays off during the year can unlock three separate four-day mini-breaks spanning spring, early summer, and the mid-August peak vacation period.
Understanding the Christmas and New Year period in Italy
In Italy, the festive cycle commences on December 8 (Immaculate Conception) and concludes with Epiphany on January 6. In 2028, Christmas Day (Monday Dec 25) and St. Stephen’s Day (Tuesday Dec 26) merge with the previous weekend to generate an uninterrupted four-day break, while taking the following three working days off creates an extraordinary 10-day holiday bridge extending through New Year 2029.
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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
What is the longest holiday break in Italy in 2028?
The longest break in Italy is Christmas (Dec 23 – 26, 4 days).
What are the official public holidays in Italy in 2028?
Italy has 13 official public holidays in 2028: New Year's Day (January 1, 2028), Epiphany (January 6, 2028), Easter Sunday (April 16, 2028), Easter Monday (April 17, 2028), Liberation Day (April 25, 2028), Labour Day (May 1, 2028), Republic Day (June 2, 2028), Assumption Day (Ferragosto) (August 15, 2028), St. Francis of Assisi's Day (October 4, 2028), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2028), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2028), Christmas Day (December 25, 2028), St. Stephen's Day (December 26, 2028).
How long is the Christmas holiday in Italy in 2028?
Christmas Day on Monday Dec 25 and St. Stephen’s Day on Tuesday Dec 26 create a seamless four-day holiday weekend from Saturday Dec 23 to Tuesday Dec 26, 2028.
What date is Ferragosto in Italy in 2028?
Ferragosto (Assumption Day) is observed on Tuesday August 15, 2028. Taking Monday August 14 off allows for a popular four-day summer break.
Is New Year’s Day 2028 observed with a substitute holiday in Italy?
No statutory substitute holiday is granted when January 1 falls on a Saturday. Italian labor law does not shift Saturday holidays to Monday.
When is Easter in Italy in 2028?
Easter Sunday is on April 16, and Easter Monday (Pasquetta) is on April 17, 2028, creating a three-day national holiday weekend.
How many ponte bridge opportunities exist in Italy in 2028?
There are four premier 4-day bridge opportunities in 2028: Epiphany (Jan 6, Thursday), Liberation Day (Apr 25, Tuesday), Republic Day (Jun 2, Tuesday), and Ferragosto (Aug 15, Tuesday).
