2025 Calendar: Public Holidays in the Principality of Monaco

Holidays in Monaco 2025: Public Holidays and Compensation

It is important to note that in Monaco, unlike in France, if New Year’s Day, Labour Day (May 1st), the Feast of the Assumption, All Saints’ Day, the Prince’s Day, or Christmas fall on a Sunday, the following Monday is a holiday.

Official 2025 Public Holiday Calendar

• Monday, January 1, 2025: New Year’s Day
  The new year begins with the traditional New Year’s celebrations, marked by public events, parades, concerts, and fireworks lighting up the sky over Monaco—one of the most anticipated nights of the year.
• Sunday, January 26 and Monday, January 27, 2025: Saint Devota
  Celebration of Saint Devota, the patron saint of Monaco, with various religious and cultural events.
• Monday, April 21, 2025: Easter Monday
  Although Monaco is a small state, Easter celebrations are a tradition that involves the community, with a special mass at the Monaco Cathedral and various family activities. Many people enjoy the outdoors, taking advantage of the natural beauty and tranquility of the principality.
• Thursday, May 1, 2025: Labour Day
  May 1st is dedicated to Labour Day, an important day celebrated across Europe. In Monaco, while no major events are organized, the holiday is observed symbolically, recognizing the contribution of workers to society. Many establishments and offices are closed, offering residents a chance to relax.
• Thursday, May 29, 2025: Ascension Day
  Ascension Day, celebrated 40 days after Easter, is another religious holiday in Monaco. While many people participate in religious functions, others enjoy a walk along the sea or visit the museums and galleries around the city.
• Monday, June 9, 2025: Pentecost Monday
  Pentecost is a Christian holiday celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles. While not a major public celebration, Pentecost Monday is a holiday in Monaco, and many Monegasques spend the day with family or attend cultural events.
• Thursday, June 19, 2025: Corpus Christi
  Religious observance of Corpus Christi with various ceremonies and events.
• Friday, August 15, 2025: Assumption Day
  August 15th is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The day features religious ceremonies, particularly at the Monaco Cathedral, and various city events. It is also an opportunity to experience one of Monaco’s most cherished traditions: the “Bal de la Mer” (Sea Ball), held in an exclusive location.
• Friday, November 1, 2025: All Saints’ Day
  The first of November is All Saints’ Day, a religious holiday in Monaco, which includes services and family-oriented events.
• Wednesday, November 19, 2025: National Day
  The National Day of the Principality of Monaco is undoubtedly one of the most significant events of the year. Celebrated on November 19th, the day of Sainte-Reine, the festival honors the Grimaldi family and the country’s history. The day is marked by an official ceremony, including a solemn mass, public celebrations, parades, and balls.
• Monday, December 8, 2025: Immaculate Conception
  A religious celebration marking the Immaculate Conception, featuring mass and various events.
• Thursday, December 25, 2025: Christmas Day
  As in many countries, Christmas is one of the most cherished holidays in Monaco. The city transforms into a magical Christmas scene with lights, markets, and decorations. Residents and visitors celebrate Christmas with traditional family meals, concerts, and gatherings. The Midnight Mass at the Monaco Cathedral is an anticipated event for many.

Holiday Pay

Non-working Holidays
Employees are entitled to pay for holidays. Hourly, daily, or piece-rate employees must receive compensation for the earnings they lost due to the holiday. Holidays that fall on an employee’s regular rest day or on a day that is typically non-working within the company are also paid, even partially.

Holiday pay is due only if the employee was present at work the day before and the day after the holiday, unless the absence is due to extraordinary circumstances (such as injury or illness with a medical certificate, or certain family events).

Working on Holidays
If an employee is required to work on a holiday, in addition to the normal pay for the work performed, the employee is entitled to either:

• An allowance equal to the pay for that day
• Compensatory paid time off

Holiday during Paid Leave
When a public holiday falls during a paid leave period, it is not counted as part of the leave.

Fonte: Governo del Principe