The year starts at one Thursdayallowing a start to the year close to a weekend. February continues without national holidays, but brings Carnival, which in 2026 marks the February 17th. It is not an official holiday, but the Government usually declares day off, and many companies also give the day to their workers.
Em Aprilthere is the Good Friday (April 3). This year the April 25th is a Saturday. Already the Labor Day (May 1) is on a Friday, allowing for a long weekend and a four-day work week.
Em June it is possible to maximize consecutive days of rest. THE Body of Godwhich in 2026 will occur June 4th, works as always in a Thursday and the Portugal Day (June 10th) is indicated to a Wednesday. Combining these holidays with a few vacation days can allow for long breaks — especially for those who live in municipalities who celebrate Popular Saints during that period.
Em Augusta Assumption of Our Lady (August 15) gutter to one Saturdayso it does not allow an extra day of rest. In autumn, the Implementation of the Republic (October 5) is the one Monday. On the other hand, the All Saints Day (November 1) is in a domingoeliminating, once again, any opportunities for prolonged rest.
The month of Decemberstill, offers opportunities to enjoy holidays. THE Restoration of Independence (December 1) celebrated at a Tuesdayand the Immaculate Conception Day (December 8) also occurs at a Tuesdayproviding extended weekends with just one extra day of vacation. THE Natalin 2026, will be celebrated at a Fridayallowing even more scope for rest or short winter trips.