Public holiday in Monaco
New Year's Day in Monaco
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
New Year's Day is a nationwide public holiday in Monaco on 1 January. It marks the first day of the calendar year and a day of pause after New Year's Eve celebrations.
About New Year's Day in Monaco
In Monaco, New Year's Day is observed across the whole country and is part of the annual holiday period at the start of January. It is mainly a practical and ceremonial date: a day for rest, family time and informal social visits after the previous evening's celebrations. Because it falls at the start of the year, it also serves as the opening public holiday of the calendar year for residents and businesses in the principality.
Traditions
Common customs on the day are limited to personal and family routines rather than public ceremonies. People may exchange greetings for the new year, share meals, and spend time quietly with relatives or friends after New Year's Eve.
How New Year's Day is celebrated in Monaco
The day is generally low-key in Monaco. Public life is subdued, with many people using the holiday for rest or private gatherings rather than organised events.
Interesting facts
Monaco's National Day is separate from New Year's Day and falls later in the year. The holiday is observed nationwide rather than only in a particular district or municipality.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Jan 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.