SerbiavsHungary
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
2
Days you're both off
9
Only Serbia
11
Only Hungary
What the numbers say
In 2026, Serbia has 11 nationwide public holidays and Hungary has 13, so Hungary gets 2 more days off. They line up on 2 dates, including Nova Godina and Praznik rada.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Serbia has 9 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 8 for Hungary (5 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Serbia offers 5 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 2 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Hungary offers 6 and 2. They're level on bridge days. The busiest month is January in Serbia and April in Hungary.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Serbia
Hungary is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Hungary
Serbia is working these days.