Iceland Public Holidays 2026
The full 2026 public holiday calendar for Iceland: exact dates, weekdays, and the long weekends worth booking a trip around.
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This is the complete Iceland public holiday calendar for 2026. Iceland has 16 public holidays in 2026, including 6 long weekends: public holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, perfect for a short trip. Every date below shows the day of the week so you can plan around it.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Iceland in 2026?
Iceland has 16 public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The calendar above lists every date, grouped by month with the day of the week.
How many long weekends does Iceland have in 2026?
Iceland has 6 long weekends in 2026 in this view: public holidays that land on a Monday or Friday. Tap “Long weekends only” to see just those dates.
When is the next public holiday in Iceland?
The first 2026 public holiday in Iceland is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The full month-by-month calendar is shown above.