Public holiday in Belgium
All Saints' Day in Belgium
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
All Saints' Day is a nationwide public holiday in Belgium on 1 November. It is a day when many people visit cemeteries and remember deceased relatives.
About All Saints' Day in Belgium
In Belgium, All Saints' Day is a nationwide public holiday and a day of remembrance. It falls in the early November period when many families make visits to graves and spend time with deceased relatives in mind. The holiday sits close to All Souls' Day, which follows on 2 November, so the two dates are often discussed together in Belgian family and church observance.
Traditions
A common custom in Belgium is to place flowers, especially chrysanthemums, on graves. Many people also light candles or attend church services, depending on their family and local practice.
How All Saints' Day is celebrated in Belgium
The day is typically observed quietly rather than with public festivities. Cemetery visits are the most visible feature of the holiday, and flowers are often laid on family graves. Some people attend religious services, while others mark the day privately at home.
Interesting facts
In Belgium, 1 November is a public holiday nationwide. The date usually appears in the school and work calendar as part of the autumn break period in some years, but the holiday itself is separate from any school holiday schedule.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Nov 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.