St Stephen’s Day 2026 is on Saturday, 26 December 2026.
Worked out from a cited rule; the rule and its source are listed below.
At a glance
- Type
- Public holiday
- Date
- Saturday, 26 December 2026
- Long weekend
- Falls on a weekend
Whether offices, banks and schools close depends on the employer or the local authority. The source has the details.
What it is
The feast of St Stephen, the first Christian martyr, on the day after Christmas.
Also known as Saint Stephen’s Day, Lá Fhéile Stiofáin, Wren Day.
Past and coming years
- 2026Saturday, 26 December 2026
- 2027Sunday, 26 December 2027
- 2028Tuesday, 26 December 2028
- 2029Not published yet
Every date and its source
| Date | Source |
|---|---|
| 2026 | |
| Saturday, 26 December 2026 | Ireland: Ireland public holidays |
| 2027 | |
| Sunday, 26 December 2027 | Ireland: Ireland public holidays |
| 2028 | |
| Tuesday, 26 December 2028 | Ireland: Ireland public holidays |
Questions
When is St Stephen’s Day 2027?
St Stephen’s Day 2027 is on Sunday, 26 December 2027.
Is the St Stephen’s Day 2026 date confirmed?
Calculated. Worked out from a cited rule; the rule and its source are listed below.
What else falls on Saturday, 26 December 2026?
Boxing Day, Tritiya, Second Day of Christmas.
Where does the St Stephen’s Day date come from?
One named source: Ireland public holidays. Each is linked under Sources.
Can I add St Stephen’s Day to my calendar?
Yes. Use "Add to calendar" above: the .ics file opens in Google Calendar, Apple Calendar and Outlook, and lists every sourced date.
Also on this day
Related dates
Sources
Ireland public holidays 2026–2028
- Citizens Information (Government of Ireland): Public holidays · last verified 24 October 2026
- Organisation of Working Time Act 1997, Second Schedule (revised) · last verified 24 October 2026
- US Census Bureau: Easter dates (X-13 holiday tables) · last verified 24 October 2026
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