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Public Holiday
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St. Stephen's Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Croatia is a Mediterranean nation in Southeastern Europe, known for coastal tourism, cultural events in medieval cities, and nature reserves. Key tourism options include marine tourism, agrotourism, and mountain resorts, with Zagreb being a primary destination. The country features unpolluted marine areas and is recognized for high water quality.
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About this holiday
St. Stephen's Day is a Christian holiday commemorating Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Western Christian traditions celebrate it on December 26th, marking the second day of Christmastide. Eastern Orthodox churches (following the Julian calendar) observe the day on December 27th (equivalent to January 9th on the Gregorian calendar).