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Observance · not a public holiday in Netherlands

April Fools' Day

April Fools' Day 2026 in Netherlands is observed on woensdag, 1 april 2026.

April Fools' Day is not an official public holiday in Netherlands — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Netherlands observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Netherlands's official public holidays →
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Datewoensdag, 1 april 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Netherlands
Time until150 days ago
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April Fools' Day is a public holiday in Netherlands. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

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

Traditions & customs

April Fools' Day observance varies by community and region within Netherlands. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is April Fools' Day 2026 in Netherlands?

April Fools' Day 2026 in Netherlands is observed on woensdag, 1 april 2026.

Is April Fools' Day a public holiday in Netherlands?

No. April Fools' Day is marked in Netherlands as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until April Fools' Day?

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

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