Good Friday is a public holiday in Belgium, observed on April 3, 2026. It is locally known as Goede Vrijdag. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayGood Friday
Local NameGoede Vrijdag
DateApril 3, 2026
CountryBE flag Belgium
TypeBank
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Good Friday in Belgium?
Good Friday falls on April 3, 2026 in Belgium.
Is Good Friday a public holiday?
Yes, Good Friday is an official public holiday in Belgium. It is observed nationwide.
What is Good Friday called locally?
In Belgium, Good Friday is known as "Goede Vrijdag".

All Public Holidays in Belgium BE flag

DateHolidayType
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-03 Good Friday Bank
2026-04-05 Easter Sunday Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-05-14 Ascension Day Public
2026-05-15 Day after Ascension Day Bank
2026-05-25 Whit Monday Public
2026-07-21 Belgian National Day Public
2026-08-15 Assumption Day Public
2026-11-01 All Saints' Day Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public
2026-12-26 St. Stephen's Day Bank
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-05 Easter Sunday Public

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