Spain Public Holidays 2027
Spain’s 2027 public holiday arrangements are projected under Article 37.2 of the Workers’ Statute (Estatuto de los Trabajadores) and Royal Decree 2001/1983. New Year’s Day (Friday January 1) opens the year with a three-day weekend. Good Friday lands on March 26, All Saints’ Day (Monday November 1) provides an autumn long weekend, and Constitution Day (Monday December 6) creates a December long weekend. National Day (Tuesday October 12) presents an outstanding four-day bridge weekend (puente) opportunity.
At a glance
Spain has 10 known statutory holiday dates in 2027; the exact days off and make-up workday arrangement are still pending the official announcement.
Provisional — pending official confirmation
| Public holidays | 10 |
|---|---|
| Total days off | — |
| Longest break | — |
| Long weekends | — |
Official public holidays
New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Epiphany / Three Kings Day (January 6, 2027), Good Friday (March 26, 2027), Labour Day (May 1, 2027), Assumption Day (August 15, 2027), National Day of Spain (October 12, 2027), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2027), Constitution Day (December 6, 2027), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027)
Spain public holiday list
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFalls on Friday, creating an immediate opening three-day holiday weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| January 6, 2027 | Wednesday | Epiphany / Three Kings DayPublic holiday | Public holiday |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Good FridayCore nationwide public holiday marking Holy Week.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| May 1, 2027 | Saturday | Labour DayFalls on Saturday in 2027.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| August 15, 2027 | Sunday | Assumption DayFalls on Sunday — autonomous communities typically transfer the day off to Monday August 16.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| October 12, 2027 | Tuesday | National Day of SpainFalls on Tuesday — taking Monday October 11 off creates a four-day autumn bridge break.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| November 1, 2027 | Monday | All Saints' DayFalls on Monday, creating a three-day national holiday weekend.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 6, 2027 | Monday | Constitution DayFalls on Monday, providing an immediate three-day holiday break.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 8, 2027 | Wednesday | Immaculate ConceptionFalls on Wednesday.Public holiday | Public holiday |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayFalls on Saturday across Spain.Public holiday | Public holiday |
Provisional holidays
10
Status
Provisional (BOE in Oct)
Natural long weekends
4 breaks
Bridge opportunity
Oct 12 (Tue)
2027 Spain calendar
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Spain long weekends in 2027
New Year
3 daysJan 1 – 3
New Year’s Day falls on Friday for a three-day weekend.
Easter
3 daysMar 26 – 28
Good Friday opens a nationwide 3-day Easter weekend.
All Saints
3 daysOct 30 – Nov 1
All Saints on Monday creates an autumn 3-day weekend.
Constitution Day
3 daysDec 4 – 6
Constitution Day on Monday creates a December long weekend.
Legal foundation and provisional status for 2027
In Spain, the official resolution fixing the national and regional public holidays for each calendar year is issued annually in October by the Directorate General of Labour and published in the Boletín Oficial del Estado (BOE). The dates presented here are projected from the mandatory provisions of Article 37.2 of the Workers’ Statute (Royal Legislative Decree 2/2015). Once the official BOE resolution is gazetted in late 2026, all regional substitutes and confirmed arrangements will be verified immediately.
Strategic bridge planning (Puentes) for 2027
The standout bridge opportunity in 2027 occurs in October: National Day (October 12) lands on a Tuesday. By taking Monday October 11 as a single vacation day, employees achieve a continuous four-day break from Saturday to Tuesday. In addition, New Year’s Day, All Saints’ Day, and Constitution Day all create natural three-day holiday weekends without using annual leave.
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Official sources & data
- Real Decreto Legislativo 2/2015 - Estatuto de los Trabajadores (art. 37.2)Visit sourceBoletín Oficial del Estado (BOE)
- Real Decreto 2001/1983 - Regulación de la jornada de trabajo, jornadas especiales y descansosVisit sourceBoletín Oficial del Estado (BOE)
- Ministerio de Trabajo y Economía Social de EspañaVisit sourceMinisterio de Trabajo y Economía Social
Frequently asked questions
What are the official public holidays in Spain in 2027?
Spain has 10 official public holidays in 2027: New Year's Day (January 1, 2027), Epiphany / Three Kings Day (January 6, 2027), Good Friday (March 26, 2027), Labour Day (May 1, 2027), Assumption Day (August 15, 2027), National Day of Spain (October 12, 2027), All Saints' Day (November 1, 2027), Constitution Day (December 6, 2027), Immaculate Conception (December 8, 2027), Christmas Day (December 25, 2027).
Why is the 2027 calendar for Spain marked as provisional?
Spain’s Ministry of Labour publishes the definitive annual resolution in the BOE each October for the upcoming year. While national mandatory holidays are established by law, regional authorities finalize their 4 autonomous choices closer to publication.
When will the 2027 Easter dates occur in Spain?
In 2027, Easter Sunday is on March 28. Good Friday (Viernes Santo) will be celebrated nationwide on Friday March 26, creating a three-day national holiday weekend.
Are national holidays shifted if they land on a Sunday in 2027?
In 2027, Assumption Day (August 15) falls on Sunday. Autonomous communities typically transfer this day to Monday August 16 to protect the statutory 14 paid holidays.
Can foreign tourists visit attractions during Spanish public holidays in 2027?
Yes. Most world-renowned monuments like the Sagrada Família, the Prado Museum, and the Alhambra operate normal or modified holiday hours, although advance booking is strongly recommended due to high domestic visitor numbers.
Does Spain observe regional holidays that are unique to certain areas?
Yes. Each of Spain’s 17 autonomous regions selects regional holidays according to local cultural heritage, such as Saint George’s Day in Aragon (April 23) and the Diada in Catalonia (September 11).
