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National Day

Friday, October 23, 2026
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Closed
  • Restaurants Mostly closed
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
FRI 23 Holiday
SAT 24 Weekend
SUN 25 Weekend

3-day weekend (October 23 – October 25)

📣 Traveler notes

Hungary offers a blend of rich culture and diverse landscapes, making it a recommended Central European destination. Travelers can explore natural areas, including the Great Plain and lakes, alongside cultural centers.

  • January 1: New Year's Day
  • March 15: National Day (commemorating the 1848 Hungarian revolution and independence war)
  • Flexible: Good Friday
  • Flexible: Easter
  • May 1: International Worker's Day
  • Showing respect for elders is important. Use titles (e.g., Mr., Madam) when addressing people unless invited to use first names. Removing shoes before entering a home is customary. Loud public talking is generally considered impolite.

About this holiday

Hungary is a landlocked country in south-eastern Central Europe, featuring diverse natural areas such as the Balaton lake, low mountains, and the Great Plain. It includes historical destinations like Budapest and various small villages.