Public holiday in Portugal
Republic Day in Portugal
Monday, October 5, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Republic Day in Portugal marks the proclamation of the Portuguese Republic on 5 October 1910. It is a nationwide public holiday that commemorates the end of the monarchy and the start of the republican era.
About Republic Day in Portugal
In Portugal, Republic Day is the national holiday associated with the country’s republican identity. It is observed across the country and serves as a reminder of the political change that replaced the monarchy with a republic in the early 20th century. The day is mainly significant as a civic commemoration rather than as a family or religious festival. It sits within the calendar of Portuguese national holidays that reflect constitutional and historical milestones.
History
Republic Day commemorates the republican revolution of 5 October 1910, when the Portuguese monarchy was overthrown and the Portuguese Republic was proclaimed. The holiday recalls the founding moment of the republican system that followed.
Traditions
There are no single countrywide domestic customs that define the day. Its public meaning is primarily symbolic, centred on remembrance of the republic and the political ideals associated with it.
How Republic Day is celebrated in Portugal
The day is commonly marked by official civic observances and speeches, especially in public institutions. In practice, many people simply treat it as a day off, while public commemorations focus on the republican history of the state.
Interesting facts
The holiday is fixed to 5 October and is observed nationwide in Portugal. It is not a religious holiday.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 Oct 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.