Public Holiday Regional: IT-PT

Saint James's Day

Saturday, July 25, 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 has a profound historical significance, recognized as the birthplace of Western culture, the Roman Empire, and the Renaissance. The country is notably rich in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

January 1: New Year's Day (Capodanno)
January 6: Epiphany (Epifania)
March or April: Easter (Pasqua) and Easter Monday (Pasquetta)
April 25: Liberation Day (la Festa della Liberazione)
When dining in Italy, adhere to standard European table manners. Specific customs include: only ordering cappuccino at breakfast; approaching restaurants by greeting staff (Buongiorno/Buonasera) and waiting to be seated; taking time to enjoy the often lengthy meals; and avoiding criticism of the food or dishes.

About this holiday

Saint Joseph's Day (Solemnity of Saint Joseph), celebrated on March 19th, is a major feast day in Western Christianity honoring Saint Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary. It is also observed as a patronal day for various groups, including carpenters and individuals named Joseph. In some Catholic countries, this day is celebrated as Father's Day.