Montenegro

Montenegro : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Montenegro

Montenegro observes several public holidays that reflect its cultural heritage, history, and national identity. These days are marked by official ceremonies, family gatherings, and various traditions that celebrate the country's independence, labor, and historical figures.

• New Year's Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates the start of the Gregorian calendar year.
  • Date: January 1
  • Observance: Public holiday with festivities including fireworks, parties, and family gatherings.

• Labor Day

  • Origin and Significance: Honors the contributions of workers and labor movements.
  • Date: May 1
  • Observance: Traditionally marked by parades, social events, and a day off work.

• Independence Day

  • Origin and Significance: Commemorates Montenegro's declaration of independence from the State Union of Serbia and Montenegro in 2006.
  • Date: May 21
  • Observance: National celebrations include flag raising, speeches, and cultural events.

• Statehood Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates the recognition of Montenegro as a state in 1878 at the Congress of Berlin.
  • Date: July 13
  • Observance: Marked by official ceremonies, cultural performances, and patriotic displays.
  • Note: Sometimes observed on a different day if the holiday falls on a weekend.

• Njegoš Day

  • Origin and Significance: Honors Petar II Petrović-Njegoš, a revered Montenegrin poet and philosopher.
  • Date: October 13
  • Observance: Commemorated with cultural and literary events reflecting Njegoš's legacy.

Site officiel de référence

• Government of Montenegro - Official Portal