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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.