Ireland Calendar 2025

The major Irish public holidays in 2025 include: • New Year's Day (Jan 1) • St. Brigid's Day (Feb 3, as Feb 1 falls on Saturday) • St. Patrick's Day (Mar 17) • Easter Monday (Apr 21) • May Bank Holiday (May 5) • June Bank Holiday (Jun 2) • August Bank Holiday (Aug 4) • October Bank Holiday (Oct 27) • Christmas Day (Dec 25) • St. Stephen's Day (Dec 26) These are Ireland public holidays when most businesses and government offices are closed.

Business operations during Ireland holidays: 1. General Closures: • Government offices and banks are closed • Most retail stores operate reduced hours • Public transport runs on holiday schedules • Schools and universities are closed 2. Employee Rights: • Workers are entitled to paid leave • Alternative days off if working on holidays • Extra payment for holiday work • Part-time workers have proportional entitlements

Notable features of Ireland holidays in 2025: 1. Cultural Celebrations: • St. Patrick's Day (Mar 17) - Major national celebration • St. Brigid's Day - Ireland's newest public holiday • Christmas period - Extended business closures 2. Bank Holiday Mondays: • Regular bank holidays providing long weekends • Important for business and travel planning • Popular times for domestic tourism 3. Religious Observances: • Easter period - Significant holiday time • Christmas season - Extended celebration • Traditional Catholic holidays remain important

Planning considerations for international business: 1. Business Schedule: • Avoid scheduling meetings on public holidays • Plan for reduced operations during bank holidays • Consider early closures on holiday eves 2. Operational Impact: • Banking transactions may face delays • Shipping and logistics need extra planning • Customer service availability may be limited 3. Cultural Awareness: • Respect for traditional holiday periods • Understanding of local customs • Awareness of regional variations

Important differences between Ireland and UK holidays: 1. Unique Irish Holidays: • St. Brigid's Day (Feb 1) - Not observed in UK • St. Patrick's Day (Mar 17) - National holiday in Ireland • Bank holiday dates often differ 2. Business Implications: • Different trading hours and restrictions • Varying payment processing times • Cross-border business considerations 3. Planning Requirements: • Separate holiday calendars needed • Different regulatory compliance • Distinct cultural observances