Netherlands Public Holidays 2027
The Netherlands observes 11 official public holidays in 2027. Easter arrives early, providing a four-day break from Good Friday March 26 to Easter Monday March 29. King's Day falls on Tuesday April 27, creating prime opportunities for four-day weekend planning with a Monday bridge day. Ascension Day falls on Thursday May 6.
At a glance
Netherlands has 11 official public holidays (11 days off) in 2027 and 3 long weekends; the longest break is Easter (Mar 26 – 29, 4 days).
| Public holidays | 11 |
|---|---|
| Total days off | 11 |
| Longest break | Easter · 4 days (Mar 26 – 29) |
| Long weekends | 3 |
Official public holidays
New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Good Friday (March 26, 2027), Easter Sunday (March 28, 2027), Easter Monday (March 29, 2027), King's Day (April 27, 2027), Liberation Day (May 5, 2027), Ascension Day (May 6, 2027), Whit Sunday (May 16, 2027), Whit Monday (May 17, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027), Second Christmas Day (December 26, 2027)
Netherlands public holiday list
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFalls on Friday — three-day opening holiday weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Good FridayGovernment offices, schools, and banks closed; private sector subject to CAO.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| March 28, 2027 | Sunday | Easter SundayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| March 29, 2027 | Monday | Easter MondayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| April 27, 2027 | Tuesday | King's DayFalls on Tuesday — taking Monday April 26 off creates a 4-day bridge holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 5, 2027 | Wednesday | Liberation DayOfficial remembrance day; regular working day under most private-sector CAOs.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 6, 2027 | Thursday | Ascension DayAlways on Thursday — prime 4-day bridge weekend opportunity.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 16, 2027 | Sunday | Whit SundayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| May 17, 2027 | Monday | Whit MondayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayFalls on Saturday — no automatic Monday substitute under general law.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 26, 2027 | Sunday | Second Christmas DayFalls on Sunday — no extra substitute holiday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
Official holidays
11
Early Easter break
Mar 26–29 · 4 days
King's Day date
Apr 27 (Tuesday)
Christmas weekend
Dec 25–26
2027 Netherlands calendar
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11November
12December
Netherlands long weekends in 2027
New Year
3 daysJan 1 – 3
New Year's Day falls on a Friday, giving a 3-day start to 2027.
Easter
4 daysMar 26 – 29
Good Friday through Easter Monday four-day break.
Whit Monday
3 daysMay 15 – 17
Whit Monday on May 17 provides a three-day weekend.
Strategic leave in 2027: making the most of bridge days
In 2027, smart planning allows Dutch employees to maximize their time off. Taking Monday April 26 off before King's Day turns a single holiday into a four-day spring break. Similarly, taking Friday May 7 off immediately after Ascension Day guarantees another four-day mini-vacation with just one day of annual leave.
Weekend Christmas loss in 2027: no replacement days
In 2027, Christmas Day falls on Saturday December 25 and Second Christmas Day on Sunday December 26. Unlike countries such as the UK or the US which designate the following Monday and Tuesday as substitute public holidays, the Netherlands operates strictly on the calendar date: both holidays are absorbed by the weekend with no statutory replacement.
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Official sources & data
- Which days are official public holidays in the Netherlands? - Government.nlVisit sourceGovernment of the Netherlands
- Public holidays - Business.gov.nlVisit sourceNetherlands Chamber of Commerce (KVK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest holiday break in Netherlands in 2027?
The longest break in Netherlands is Easter (Mar 26 – 29, 4 days).
What are the official public holidays in Netherlands in 2027?
Netherlands has 11 official public holidays in 2027: New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Good Friday (March 26, 2027), Easter Sunday (March 28, 2027), Easter Monday (March 29, 2027), King's Day (April 27, 2027), Liberation Day (May 5, 2027), Ascension Day (May 6, 2027), Whit Sunday (May 16, 2027), Whit Monday (May 17, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027), Second Christmas Day (December 26, 2027).
When is Easter in the Netherlands in 2027?
Easter 2027 is observed from Good Friday 26 March through Easter Monday 29 March, providing a nationwide four-day public holiday weekend.
What day of the week is King's Day in 2027?
King's Day in 2027 is on Tuesday April 27. It will be celebrated on its exact date since April 27 does not fall on a Sunday.
Are Dutch workers entitled to a day off on Liberation Day in 2027?
No statutory paid leave applies in 2027 for most workers. Most collective agreements stipulate paid leave for Liberation Day only on 5-year jubilees (2025, 2030).
Why is there no substitute day when Christmas falls on a weekend in the Netherlands?
Dutch employment law leaves public holiday provisions to industry collective bargaining agreements rather than national legislation, and CAOs rarely grant rollover days for lost weekend holidays.
What date is Ascension Day in the Netherlands in 2027?
Ascension Day (Hemelvaartsdag) is observed on Thursday May 6, 2027, exactly 39 days after Easter Sunday.
