BulgariavsGreece
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
7
Days you're both off
8
Only Bulgaria
8
Only Greece
What the numbers say
In 2026, Bulgaria has 15 nationwide public holidays and Greece has 15 — exactly the same number. They line up on 7 dates, including Нова година, Разпети петък, Великден and Велики понеделник.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Bulgaria has 12 on working days (3 fall on a weekend), against 11 for Greece (4 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Bulgaria offers 7 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 4 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Greece offers 6 and 2. Bulgaria has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is April in Bulgaria and April in Greece.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Bulgaria
Greece is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Greece
Bulgaria is working these days.