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Public Holiday Regional: IT-AP

Saint Emidius's Day

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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🏪 What's open

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

📣 Traveler notes

Italy, recognized for its role in the Roman Empire and the Renaissance, is renowned for numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites and monumental art.

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  • Epiphany (January 6)
  • Easter and Easter Monday (March or April)
  • Liberation Day (April 25)
  • Mealtime is a major social event. Key etiquette points include: only ordering cappuccino at breakfast; complimenting the food and staff; avoiding rushing meals or business engagements; greeting waitstaff with 'buongiorno' or 'buonasera'; and refraining from criticizing the food or cooking.

About this holiday

Saint Emidius's Day honors Saint Emygdius, a martyr Christian bishop traditionally executed during the Diocletian persecution.