We love a good public holiday in Singapore! And the 2026 public holidays are already a planner’s dream perfect for quick getaways, staycations, and extra family time. There are plenty of 2026 public holidays Singapore dates clustering together to create bonus Mondays in lieu this year. Confirmed by MOM, Singapore will observe a total of 11 public holiday dates in 2026. This includes up to six long public holiday weekends. These holidays include a mix of cultural, religious, and national celebrations. Here are the public holidays Singapore 2026 dates:
What does the Singapore public holidays 2026 calendar look like?
The MOM public holidays 2026 in Singapore include 11 dates in total with six long public holiday weekends. Certainly, these are perfect for holidaymakers and families to plan activities and trips around. Note the key 2026 dates below:
- Thursday, January 1, New Year’s Day
- Tuesday, February 17, Chinese New Year
- Wednesday, February 18, Chinese New Year Holiday
- Friday, March 20, Hari Raya Puasa
- Friday, April 3, Good Friday
- Friday, May 1, Labour Day
- Wednesday, May 27, Hari Raya Haji
- Sunday, May 31, Vesak Day
- Sunday, August 9, National Day 2026
- Sunday, November 8, Deepavali
- Friday, December 25, Christmas Day
Interestingly, three public holidays fall on a Sunday including Vesak Day (May 31), National Day (August 9), and Deepavali (November 8)—so the following day will be a 2026 public holiday making it a long public holiday weekend. While Good Friday (April 3), Labour Day (May 1), and Christmas Day (December 25) take place on Friday.
Key highlights on the 2026 calendar include a two-day midweek celebration for Lunar New Year in February 2026, as well as National Day celebrations, and a two-day observation for Deepavali 2026.
What to do on public holidays in Singapore
Singapore’s public holidays are the perfect opportunity to experience the city’s multicultural spirit or enjoy regional activities nearby. From immersing yourself in cultural events in places like Chinatown and Little India, to exploring iconic tourist attractions in places like Sentosa Island, booking family-friendly activities, discovering off-the-beaten path adventures on short weekend getaways…you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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