Public Holidays in Italy for 2025

PUBLISHED ON 28 March 2025 | VIBHU AGARWAL

Planning ahead for 2025 in Italy? Here’s a complete list of public holidays (feste pubbliche) to help you organize travel, payroll, or team schedules. This includes national statutory holidays as well as commonly observed local days like patron saint celebrations and the National Unity Day.

Official national holidays in Italy (2025)

Italy Public Holidays 2025 - Full List with Local Observances

Note: Easter Sunday (Pasqua) is a religious holiday but not a statutory public holiday. However, Easter Monday (Pasquetta) is widely observed and most businesses close.

Other noteworthy observances

Every Sunday is considered a public rest day in Italy.

National Unity Day (Giornata dell’Unità Nazionale) falls on Sunday, November 2, 2025. While not a day off by law, it is often commemorated at the local level.

Local Patron Saint Days vary by city and region. For example:

• Rome: Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (29 June)
• Milan: Feast of Saint Ambrose (7 December)
• Naples: Feast of Saint Januarius (19 September)

Employers should confirm and communicate regional holidays that apply to their local offices.

Planning notes for employers and expats

When a public holiday falls on a Tuesday or Thursday, many employees take a long weekend by taking the in-between day off—this is known as a "ponte" (bridge).

If you’re managing Italian payroll or scheduling international projects, consider how holiday clustering in April, May, and December may impact operations.

In some industries, especially tourism, retail, and hospitality, partial business operations may continue during holidays. However, expect reduced hours and limited government services.

Official resources

Italian government's official list of public holidays: For the most accurate and up-to-date information on Italy's public holidays, refer to the official government publication.

European Union public holidays overview: The European Union provides a comprehensive overview of public holidays across member states, including Italy.

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