Belgium Calendar 2025

The main public holidays in Belgium for 2025 include: • New Year's Day (January 1) • Easter Monday (April 21) • Labour Day (May 1) • Ascension Day (May 29) • Whit Monday (June 9) • Belgian National Day (July 21) • Assumption Day (August 15) • All Saints' Day (November 1) • Armistice Day (November 11) • Christmas Day (December 25)

Business operations during Belgian holidays: 1. Business Closures: • Government offices and banks are closed • Most businesses and shops are closed • Public transportation runs on holiday schedules 2. Working Hours: • Employees are entitled to paid leave • Some sectors may require work with holiday pay • Flexible arrangements may be available

Belgium has three regions (Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels-Capital), and while most public holidays are observed nationwide, there are some regional variations: • Language community celebrations • Local saint days and festivals • Regional commemorative events Each region may have additional local holidays or celebrations, but the main public holidays are observed throughout the country.

Planning considerations for international businesses: 1. Schedule Management: • Plan ahead for holiday closures • Consider European Union holiday patterns • Account for bridge days between holidays 2. Cross-border Operations: • Coordinate with neighboring countries • Align with EU business schedules • Consider impact on international trade