Belgium: long weekends, public holidays, and school breaks
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Best long weekends
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Full calendar| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 2025 | New Year's Day(Nieuwjaar) | NATIONAL |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Good Friday(Goede Vrijdag) | BANK |
| Apr 4, 2026 | Easter Sunday(Pasen) | NATIONAL |
| Apr 5, 2026 | Easter Monday(Paasmaandag) | NATIONAL |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Labour Day(Dag van de arbeid) | NATIONAL |
| May 13, 2026 | Ascension Day(Onze Lieve Heer hemel) | NATIONAL |
| May 14, 2026 | Day after Ascension Day | BANK |
| May 24, 2026 | Whit Monday(Pinkstermaandag) | NATIONAL |
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