Public holiday in Slovenia
Day of Remembrance of the Dead in Slovenia
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
A nationwide public holiday in Slovenia for remembering the dead and visiting graves. It falls on 1 November, the same day as All Saints’ Day.
About Day of Remembrance of the Dead in Slovenia
In Slovenia, the Day of Remembrance of the Dead is observed across the country as a public holiday dedicated to remembrance and visiting cemeteries. It is closely associated with 1 November and is widely treated as a time for quiet reflection and family visits to graves, rather than a festive holiday.
History
The holiday was established in Slovenia after independence, replacing the former Yugoslav public holiday of the same date, and it was later renamed to Day of Remembrance of the Dead.
Traditions
Common customs include visiting family graves, placing candles and flowers, and spending time in quiet remembrance. Cemeteries across Slovenia are especially marked by rows of lit candles in the evening.
How Day of Remembrance of the Dead is celebrated in Slovenia
People typically travel to cemeteries to clean graves, light candles and leave flowers. The day is generally observed in a calm, respectful manner, with many families gathering at burial sites or memorials.
Interesting facts
The holiday falls on the Christian feast of All Saints’ Day, but in Slovenia it is observed as a secular public holiday focused on remembrance. It is one of the country’s nationwide public holidays and is observed on 1 November each year.
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.