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