Public holiday in Slovenia
Resistance Day in Slovenia
Monday, April 27, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Resistance Day in Slovenia marks the start of organized anti-fascist resistance during the Second World War. It is a nationwide public holiday observed on 27 April.
About Resistance Day in Slovenia
In Slovenia, Resistance Day is a nationwide public holiday that recognizes the beginnings of organized resistance against occupying forces during the Second World War. The day is mainly commemorative rather than festive, and it sits among Slovenia’s spring public holidays as a date for remembrance and civic reflection.
History
The holiday recalls the formation of the anti-fascist Liberation Front of the Slovene Nation, founded on 27 April 1941. Under different political systems, the observance was also known as Day of the Liberation Front and later as Day of the Resistance.
How Resistance Day is celebrated in Slovenia
The day is typically marked by official commemorations, wreath-laying and public remembrance ceremonies. In schools, cultural institutions and local communities, the focus is usually on talks, memorial events and historical reflection rather than large public festivities.
Interesting facts
The holiday date is fixed on 27 April each year. Its national scope makes it relevant across Slovenia rather than in a single region.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 Apr 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
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