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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.
Labour 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 Labour Day
Labour Day in Austria is observed on 1 May and is officially known as Staatsfeiertag, or State Holiday. The date is closely associated with the international labour movement and with public events organised by political parties, trade unions and worker organisations.
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
Saturday, 1 May 2027 · 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
May Day traditions in Austria developed during the rise of organised labour in the late nineteenth century. Workers used 1 May to campaign for shorter working hours and improved labour conditions. The date later acquired official state-holiday status and remains an important part of Austria's political and social calendar.
Why it matters
Labour Day has strong historical significance for workers' rights, social policy and political organisation in Austria. It is especially associated with the labour movement and social democratic traditions, while also functioning as a nationwide public holiday for the broader population.
Observance
Public rallies, political speeches, marches, cultural events and trade-union gatherings may take place, particularly in Vienna. The Prater and other public spaces can host large May Day events. Many people also use the day for leisure, family outings or spring activities.
Travel and planning
Large public events can affect local transport, particularly in Vienna. Domestic leisure travel may also increase if the holiday creates a long weekend. Travellers should expect government offices and banks to be closed.
Frequently asked questions
When is Labour Day in Austria?
It is observed on 1 May each year.
What is Labour Day called in Austria?
The official public holiday is commonly referred to as Staatsfeiertag, or State Holiday.
Is 1 May a public holiday?
Yes. It is a nationwide public holiday.
Are there May Day rallies in Austria?
Yes. Political parties, trade unions and worker organisations may hold rallies and public events, especially in Vienna.
Are banks and offices closed?
Bank branches, government offices and many workplaces are generally closed.
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