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Public Holidays in Slovenia

Slovenia celebrates a variety of public holidays that reflect its rich history, culture, and religious traditions. These holidays provide opportunities for Slovenians to honor historical events, national identity, and important religious observances. Many holidays are marked by public ceremonies, family gatherings, and various cultural events.

• New Year's Day (January 1)

  • Origin and Significance: Marks the beginning of the new calendar year.
  • Traditions: Celebrations with fireworks, parties on New Year's Eve, and family gatherings. It is a public holiday observed nationwide.

• Preseren's Day (February 8)

  • Origin and Significance: Honors France Prešeren, Slovenia's greatest poet.
  • Traditions: Cultural events, poetry readings, and remembrance ceremonies are held. It is a national cultural holiday.

• Easter Monday (Date varies)

  • Origin and Significance: Christian holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
  • Traditions: Family visits, egg hunts, and church services. It follows Easter Sunday and is a public holiday.

• Day of Uprising Against Occupation (April 27)

  • Origin and Significance: Commemorates the start of the resistance against occupying forces during World War II in 1941.
  • Traditions: Memorial services and ceremonies honoring freedom fighters.

• Labor Day (May 1)

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates workers and the labor movement.
  • Traditions: Parades, political speeches, and outdoor activities. It is a nationwide public holiday.

• Statehood Day (June 25)

  • Origin and Significance: Marks Slovenia’s declaration of independence from Yugoslavia in 1991.
  • Traditions: Official ceremonies, concerts, and fireworks. It is a major national holiday.

• Assumption Day (August 15)

  • Origin and Significance: Christian feast day celebrating the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven.
  • Traditions: Church services and family gatherings. It is a public holiday.

• Reformation Day (October 31)

  • Origin and Significance: Commemorates the Protestant Reformation and the work of Primož Trubar, who wrote the first Slovene book.
  • Traditions: Cultural and religious events, especially in Protestant communities.

• Remembrance Day (November 1)

  • Origin and Significance: Also known as All Saints' Day, a day to honor deceased loved ones.
  • Traditions: Visiting cemeteries, lighting candles, and placing flowers on graves.

• Christmas Day (December 25)

  • Origin and Significance: Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.
  • Traditions: Family meals, church services, and exchanging gifts. It is a public holiday.

• Independence and Unity Day (December 26)

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates the official acceptance of the results of the independence referendum in 1990.
  • Traditions: National celebrations and family time. It is a public holiday.

Site officiel de référence

• Government of the Republic of Slovenia - Public Holidays