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Official public holiday law or calendar
Confirmed · Scope: public · Checked 2026-09-27
Austria has thirteen nationwide statutory holidays. Local patronal observances and school breaks are outside this national calendar.
All Saints Day in Austria
2027 holiday dates
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This is the first listed date for this year; a separate observance date has not been assigned.
About All Saints Day
All Saints' Day is observed in Austria on 1 November and is a nationwide public holiday with strong Roman Catholic traditions. The day honours saints and is closely associated with visiting cemeteries, remembering deceased relatives and decorating graves with flowers and candles.
Public holiday / closure dates
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Bank, office and school arrangements require the applicable authority or institution notice. Missing scope data does not mean open.
Next supported occurrence
Sunday, 1 November 2026 · Confirmed — source checked
Next listed holiday day on or after today; this can be a closure day rather than the festival date.
2026 dates
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2028 dates
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Official sources and date status
Recorded confirmation and independent source review are shown separately. An institution-specific notice does not establish closure for every employer or school.
Office arrangements
Austria’s Arbeitsruhegesetz lists this date as a statutory holiday and provides covered employees with at least 24 hours of holiday rest. Permitted holiday work and sector-specific exceptions mean that essential, transport, hospitality and other authorised services may still operate.
Bank arrangements
Because this is a statutory holiday, customers should plan branch-dependent transactions in advance and verify opening hours and payment cut-offs with their own bank. Card, ATM or online access does not guarantee same-day settlement.
School arrangements
The official federal school calendar identifies statutory holidays and the surrounding school breaks, but calendars can differ by school type. Check the applicable school year and institution before making attendance or childcare plans.
History
All Saints' Day developed in the Christian tradition as a feast honouring saints, including those without individual feast days. In Catholic Austria, the observance became deeply connected with remembrance of the dead and cemetery customs. The following day, All Souls' Day, is not generally a nationwide public holiday but remains closely linked culturally.
Why it matters
The holiday has significant religious and family importance in Austria. It provides time for people to remember deceased relatives, visit graves and participate in church services. Because cemetery visits are widespread, the day also has practical effects on local traffic, public transport and opening hours around churches and burial grounds.
Observance
Families commonly visit cemeteries, clean and decorate graves and place candles, wreaths or flowers at burial sites. Catholic churches hold special services, and many people spend the day quietly with family. The atmosphere is generally reflective rather than festive.
Travel and planning
Traffic can increase around cemeteries and churches, especially in larger towns and cities. Public transport may operate on holiday schedules. Travellers should expect banks, government offices and many shops to be closed or to have reduced hours.
Frequently asked questions
When is All Saints' Day in Austria?
It is observed on 1 November each year.
Is All Saints' Day a public holiday in Austria?
Yes. It is a nationwide public holiday.
How do Austrians observe All Saints' Day?
Many families visit cemeteries, decorate graves with flowers and candles and attend church services.
Are banks and government offices closed?
Yes. Bank branches and government offices are generally closed.
Is All Saints' Day the same as All Souls' Day?
No. All Saints' Day is on 1 November, while All Souls' Day follows on 2 November and is a separate religious observance.
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