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Limited Holidays and Opportunities for Long Weekends in 2026

January 2, 2026

In 2026, there aren't many opportunities for long weekends as most holidays fall on weekdays or Saturdays. The main long weekends include the Mondays of Epiphany, Clean Monday, Easter, and Pentecost. The only chance for an extended break is Labor Day, which falls on a Friday. Despite these limitations, there are specific periods for relaxation, mainly during the Easter season and early summer. The 2026 calendar encourages workers to plan their getaways carefully.