Columbus Day 2026 in France is observed on lundi, 12 octobre 2026.
Columbus Day is a public holiday in France. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.
Columbus Day is officially observed as a public holiday in France. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows Columbus Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.
Columbus Day observance varies by community and region within France. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.
Columbus Day 2026 in France is observed on lundi, 12 octobre 2026.
No. Columbus Day is marked in France, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.
The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has Columbus Day's date in the surrounding years.