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Public Holiday Nationwide

Second Day of Christmas

Tuesday, December 26, 2028
December 2028
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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

🛋️ Long weekend potential

4-Day Block
SAT 23 Weekend
SUN 24 Weekend
MON 25 Bridge Day
TUE 26 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on December 25

📣 Traveler notes

Slovakia is a Central European country known for its natural beauty, rich history, and opportunities for relaxation.

  • Major Christian holidays are observed; expect public holidays (and closures of shops/banks) on key religious days.
  • New Year's Day (January 1st) and Epiphany (January 6th) are national holidays, leading to closures.
  • Slovakia has a diverse set of regional traditions, particularly during the Mardi Gras season (Fašiangy).
  • Major holidays, such as Easter (March/April), involve specific cultural traditions and food.
  • The country remains sensitive regarding topics of national identity, World War II history, and the Soviet era.
  • The use of Nazi salutes or denial/justification of crimes against humanity is illegal.
  • When visiting a home, remove your outdoor shoes in the hallway. It is polite to bring a small gift for the host, such as wine, chocolates, or flowers, but avoid giving money. When meeting people, cheek kissing (once or twice) is common practice, particularly when introduced. In restaurants, the host's family might take care of the bill.

About this holiday

Boxing Day (also known as Offering Day) is celebrated on December 26th, the day after Christmas. While it originated in the UK and involves giving gifts to those in need, it is now an integral part of general Christmas festivities. In Slovakia, the public holiday may be shifted to December 27th or 28th if needed to fall on a weekday, and it is often observed concurrently with Saint Stephen's Day.