About Singapore Public Holidays 2026
Singapore observes 11 gazetted public holidays in 2026, covering major religious and national celebrations across all four communities. All holidays are gazetted under the Holidays Act and apply to every employee in Singapore under the Employment Act, regardless of nationality or religion.
Which public holidays fall on a weekend in 2026?
In 2026, three public holidays fall on a Sunday — Vesak Day (31 May), National Day (9 August), and Deepavali (8 November). For all three, the following Monday is observed as a public holiday in lieu. Christmas Day (25 December) falls on a Friday, giving a free 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Are Singapore public holidays paid?
Yes. Under the Employment Act, all employees in Singapore are entitled to paid public holidays. If you are required to work on a public holiday, your employer must pay you an extra day's salary or grant you a day off in lieu.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays are there in Singapore in 2026? +
There are 11 gazetted public holidays in Singapore in 2026: New Year's Day, Chinese New Year (2 days), Hari Raya Puasa, Good Friday, Labour Day, Vesak Day, Hari Raya Haji, National Day, Deepavali, and Christmas Day.
What happens if a public holiday falls on Sunday in Singapore? +
If a gazetted public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a public holiday in lieu under the Holidays Act. In 2026, this applies to Vesak Day (31 May), National Day (9 Aug), and Deepavali (8 Nov).
When is Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore? +
Chinese New Year 2026 falls on Tuesday 17 February and Wednesday 18 February 2026. Both days are gazetted public holidays in Singapore.
When is Hari Raya Puasa 2026 in Singapore? +
Hari Raya Puasa 2026 falls on Saturday 21 March 2026. As it falls on a Saturday, whether you receive an in-lieu day off depends on your employment contract — check with your employer.
What is the best long weekend opportunity in 2026? +
The best value long weekend in 2026 is around Hari Raya Haji on Wednesday 27 May. By taking 2 days of annual leave on Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 May, you get a 5-day break from Saturday 23 May to Wednesday 27 May 2026.
When is Deepavali 2026 in Singapore? +
Deepavali 2026 falls on Sunday 8 November 2026. As it falls on a Sunday, Monday 9 November 2026 is observed as a public holiday in lieu.
