BulgariavsNorth Macedonia
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
5
Days you're both off
10
Only Bulgaria
7
Only North Macedonia
What the numbers say
In 2026, Bulgaria has 15 nationwide public holidays and North Macedonia has 12, so Bulgaria gets 3 more days off. They line up on 5 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 8 for North Macedonia (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); North Macedonia offers 4 and 3. Bulgaria has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is April in Bulgaria and April in North Macedonia.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Bulgaria
North Macedonia is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only North Macedonia
Bulgaria is working these days.
Full calendars: Bulgaria · North Macedonia