2026 calendar
2026 public holidays in Quebec
9 statutory holidays in 2026. Dates, weekdays and whether banks and Canada Post are closed.
Holiday list
Thu
Jan 1
Fri
Apr 3
Mon
Apr 6
Mon
May 18
National Patriots' Day
Statutory
Banks CLOSEDMail CLOSED
Mon
May 18
Wed
Jun 24
National Holiday
Statutory
Banks CLOSEDMail CLOSED
Wed
Jul 1
Mon
Sep 7
Wed
Sep 30
Mon
Oct 12
Wed
Nov 11
Fri
Dec 25
Dates from Nager.Date. Civic days are widely observed but not required by law. Branch, school board and store hours vary.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in Quebec in 2026?
Quebec has 9 statutory holidays in 2026: New Year's Day (Jan 1), Good Friday (Apr 3), National Patriots' Day (May 18), Victoria Day (May 18), National Holiday (Jun 24), Canada Day (Jul 1), Labour Day (Sep 7), Thanksgiving (Oct 12), Christmas Day (Dec 25).
Which 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in Quebec?
None of the 2026 statutory holidays in Quebec fall on a weekend.
Are banks open on public holidays in Quebec?
Banks are closed on most statutory holidays in Quebec. The table above shows the bank and Canada Post status for each 2026 date.
What is the difference between a statutory and a civic holiday?
A statutory holiday is a day off required by law, usually with holiday pay. A civic or observance day (Easter Monday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Remembrance Day) is widely recognized but employers are not legally required to close or pay for it.