Ireland holidays 2027
All 15 holidays and observances in Ireland in 2027: 10 public holidays and the observances people search for most. Use the filters to show only the type you need.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | New Year's Day | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Feb 1 | Mon | St Brigid's Day | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Feb 14 | Sun | Valentine's Day | Observance | Nationwide |
| Mar 7 | Sun | Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) | Observance | Nationwide |
| Mar 17 | Wed | St Patrick's Day | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Mar 26 | Fri | Good Friday | Observance | Nationwide |
| Mar 29 | Mon | Easter Monday | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| May 3 | Mon | May Day (May Bank Holiday) | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Jun 7 | Mon | June Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Jun 20 | Sun | Father's Day | Observance | Nationwide |
| Aug 2 | Mon | August Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Oct 25 | Mon | October Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Oct 31 | Sun | Halloween | Observance | Nationwide |
| Dec 25 | Sat | Christmas Day | Public holiday | Nationwide |
| Dec 26 | Sun | St Stephen's Day | Public holiday | Nationwide |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
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Public holidays apply across Ireland. Observances are widely celebrated but are not public holidays — offices, banks and schools keep normal hours. Where a holiday falls on a weekend the observed (in-lieu) date is shown beneath the actual date.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in 2027?
There are 10 public holidays in Ireland in 2027. The first is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027 and the last is St Stephen's Day on Sunday, December 26, 2027.
Which 2027 public holidays fall on a weekend?
Christmas Day (Saturday, December 25); St Stephen's Day (Sunday, December 26).
Which public holidays in 2027 create a long weekend?
7 holidays land on a Monday or Friday in 2027: St Brigid's Day (Mon, Feb 1), Easter Monday (Mon, Mar 29), May Day (May Bank Holiday) (Mon, May 3), June Bank Holiday (Mon, Jun 7), August Bank Holiday (Mon, Aug 2), October Bank Holiday (Mon, Oct 25), New Year's Day (Fri, Jan 1). See the long weekends section for bridge-day ideas.