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Observance · not a public holiday in Italy

World Book Day

World Book Day 2026 in Italy is observed on giovedì, 23 aprile 2026.

World Book Day is not an official public holiday in Italy — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Italy observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Italy's official public holidays →
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Dategiovedì, 23 aprile 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Italy
Time until89 days ago
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World Book Day is a public holiday in Italy. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

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

Traditions & customs

World Book Day observance varies by community and region within Italy. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Book Day 2026 in Italy?

World Book Day 2026 in Italy is observed on giovedì, 23 aprile 2026.

Is World Book Day a public holiday in Italy?

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

How many days until World Book Day?

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

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