Hungary Declares December 24 a Public Holiday in 2026
On November 3, 2026, Hungary's parliament voted to declare December 24 as an official public holiday, a change that eliminates the previous requirement for workers to make up for the day off by working on December 12. The bill passed with 193 votes in favor and no opposition.
The proposal was submitted by three MPs from the Tisza Party in September and will take effect this year. Previously, December 24 was classified as a rest day, which meant employees had to work on a different date.
The new legislation also restricts retail trading hours on December 24, requiring most shops to close, although exceptions include restaurants, hotels, and certain retail outlets. Employees working on this day may be entitled to double pay.
The change has been advocated for years, with the Trade Union of Commercial Employees lobbying for it. Prime Minister Péter Magyar welcomed the decision, marking a significant cultural shift after 36 years.
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