Slovakia has several public holidays and other holidays throughout the year. However, not all public holidays are non-working days. In 2026, for example, 8 May and 15 September are public holidays but are treated as ordinary working days. 1 September, 28 October and 17 November are also public holidays that are not non-working days.

On non-working public holidays, universities, public institutions and many businesses are generally closed, although individual institutions may have their own schedules. Public transport services may operate according to a holiday or Sunday timetable, depending on the city and transport operator.

Retail opening hours are also subject to specific legal restrictions. In 2026, shops are generally required to close on 1 January, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and from 12:00 on 24 December through 26 December. Certain exceptions apply, for example to petrol stations, pharmacies, shops at transport facilities and some other types of retail.

On other public holidays, shops may remain open, although individual stores and shopping centres may operate with reduced opening hours. Restaurants, cafés and other services may also remain open, depending on the individual establishment.

The following is a list of Slovak public holidays and other holidays, with an indication of whether they are non-working days in 2026: