In Hungary, employees are entitled to certain public holidays each year. These holidays provide employees with a break from work to celebrate national and cultural events.
Public Holidays in 2025:
January 1 → New Year’s Day
March 15 → 1848 Revolution Day
April 18 → Good Friday
April 21 → Easter Monday
May 1 → Labor Day
May 19 → Pentecost
August 20 → National Day
October 23 → 1956 Revolution Memorial Day
November 1 → All Saints' Day
December 24 → Christmas Eve
December 25 → Christmas Day
December 26 → Boxing Day (Second Christmas Day)
Public Holidays on a Weekend:
If a public holiday falls on a weekend, Hungarian law does not automatically grant an additional day off. Employees typically do not receive extra leave for public holidays that occur on a Saturday or Sunday.
This updated list reflects the public holidays for 2025 in Hungary, ensuring employees can plan accordingly. If you have any questions about holiday entitlements or need further clarification, please reach out to the HR team.
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