Netherlands Calendar 2025

The major Dutch holidays in 2025 include: • New Year's Day (Jan 1) • Good Friday (Apr 18) • Easter Sunday and Monday (Apr 20-21) • King's Day (Apr 27) • Liberation Day (May 5) • Ascension Day (May 29) • Whit Sunday and Monday (Jun 8-9) • Christmas Days (Dec 25-26) King's Day is particularly significant as it celebrates the monarch's birthday with nationwide celebrations and festivities.

Business operations during Dutch holidays: 1. General Closures: • Government offices and banks are closed • Most retail stores are closed or have limited hours • Public transport runs on holiday schedules 2. Business Planning: • Plan for reduced operations during major holidays • King's Day sees nationwide closures • Christmas period often extends from Dec 24-26 3. Working Hours: • Collective labor agreements may provide additional days off • Some businesses close between Christmas and New Year • Special rates apply for holiday work

Dutch holidays in 2025 have several unique characteristics: 1. Cultural Celebrations: • King's Day (Apr 27) - National celebration with outdoor markets • Liberation Day (May 5) - Major celebrations every 5 years • Sinterklaas (Dec 5) - Cultural celebration, not official holiday 2. Business Impact: • Many holidays fall on weekdays in 2025 • Bridge days may occur between holidays and weekends • Summer holiday period varies by region 3. Regional Variations: • School holidays differ by region • Carnival celebrations in southern provinces • Local holidays may affect specific areas

Key considerations for international businesses: 1. Planning Ahead: • Schedule important meetings outside holiday periods • Consider European holiday patterns • Account for regional differences 2. Operational Adjustments: • Reduced business activity during summer holidays • Limited services around Christmas/New Year • Early closing times on certain holidays 3. Cross-border Operations: • Coordinate with neighboring countries • Align with EU business schedules • Consider impact on international trade