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Observance · not a public holiday in Belgium

International Labour Day

International Labour Day 2026 in Belgium is observed on vrijdag, 1 mei 2026.

International Labour Day is not an official public holiday in Belgium — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Belgium observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Belgium's official public holidays →
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Datevrijdag, 1 mei 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Belgium
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International Labour Day is a public holiday in Belgium. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

International Labour Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Belgium. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows International Labour Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

International Labour Day observance varies by community and region within Belgium. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is International Labour Day 2026 in Belgium?

International Labour Day 2026 in Belgium is observed on vrijdag, 1 mei 2026.

Is International Labour Day a public holiday in Belgium?

No. International Labour Day is marked in Belgium as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until International Labour Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has International Labour Day's date in the surrounding years.

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