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New Year’s Day in Poland

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2028 holiday dates

Saturday, 1 January 2028

Confirmed — source checked

This is the first listed date for this year; a separate observance date has not been assigned.

About New Year's Day

New Year’s Day, or Nowy Rok, is a statutory day off in Poland on 1 January. It follows New Year’s Eve celebrations known as Sylwester.

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Public holiday / closure dates

  • — Public of holiday period · Confirmed — source checked

Bank, office and school arrangements require the applicable authority or institution notice. Missing scope data does not mean open.

Next supported occurrence

Friday, 1 January 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

  • — Public of holiday periodConfirmed — source checked

2027 dates

  • — Public of holiday periodConfirmed — source checked

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.

www.pip.gov.pl

Official public holiday law or calendar

Confirmed · Scope: public · Checked 2026-09-27

Poland’s statutory list includes Christmas Eve from 2025. Weekend placement does not change the calendar date; employment compensation rules are separate.

Office arrangements

Public administration and most workplaces close, except services legally permitted to operate on holidays.

Bank arrangements

Bank branches shut and ordinary clearing pauses; card, ATM and online access usually continue.

School arrangements

Schools remain within the Christmas and New Year break according to the education calendar.

History

The civil observance follows the Gregorian calendar and is included in Poland’s Act on Days Free from Work.

Why it matters

The holiday opens the calendar year and provides a quiet family day after late-night festivities.

Observance

Fireworks, concerts and private parties mark midnight; 1 January itself is usually restful, with church attendance for some families.

Travel and planning

Public transport often uses a holiday timetable, while shops covered by trading restrictions remain closed.

Frequently asked questions

When is Nowy Rok?

It is 1 January.

Is it a statutory holiday?

Yes, it is a day free from work under Polish law.

Are shops open?

Most large retailers close, though statutory exceptions can operate.

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