Monaco Public Holidays 2025
Monaco has 12 public holidays and 2 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 27 Jan | Mon | Saint Devota's Day | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | observance |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | observance |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 29 May | Thu | Ascension Day | public |
| 9 Jun | Mon | Whit Monday | public |
| 19 Jun | Thu | Corpus Christi | public |
| 15 Aug | Fri | Assumption | public |
| 1 Nov | Sat | All Saints' Day | public |
| 19 Nov | Wed | H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince's Day | public |
| 8 Dec | Mon | Immaculate Conception | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
About Monaco's Holidays
Monaco mixes national pride, religion, and big events. The most important day is the Sovereign Prince s Birthday, called National Day. It is marked by official ceremonies, parades, and fireworks with the royal family taking a central role.
Many public holidays are Catholic feasts like Easter Monday, Assumption, All Saints and Christmas. Workers get time off on Labour Day. Government offices and banks close on these dates, and people attend Mass or family gatherings.
Cultural highlights are the Monte Carlo Grand Prix and other festivals. These are not always public holidays but turn the city lively with racing, concerts, and lots of visitors. Public life often pauses for major celebrations.
Holiday Traditions
Monaco celebrates with both quiet family warmth and lively public events. People wear smart clothes for church or official ceremonies, and many streets fill with flags and flowers to show national pride and joy.
Families gather for meals that mix French and Mediterranean tastes. Tables often have fresh seafood, vegetables, olives, and sweet pastries. Sharing food is a way to show love and keep traditions alive across generations.
Public celebrations include music, parades, and fireworks on big holidays. Locals and visitors watch performances in squares and along the harbor. Children enjoy small fairs, games, and special treats during these days.
Respect for the royal family and local customs shapes how people celebrate. Traditions blend history and modern life, creating warm, elegant, and friendly holiday moods throughout Monaco.
Travel Tips
Monaco gets festive and crowded during the holiday season. Some shops, cafes and smaller attractions close or run shorter hours. Larger hotels, restaurants and the casino usually stay open but book ahead to avoid disappointment.
Transport can be slower on holidays. Trains from Nice and regional buses may have reduced timetables. Taxis and rideshares are available but can be scarce. Allow extra time to reach Monaco and check schedules before you travel.
Expect big crowds around main squares, the casino and promenades, especially late December and New Year. Parking is limited and traffic is heavy, so use public transport when possible.
Bring a mix of cash and cards, reserve restaurants and tours early, dress in layers, and plan quieter mornings for sightseeing.