France Public Holidays 1996

Below you'll find 1996's official holidays for France. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.

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There are 11 public holidays in France for 1996. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.

DateHoliday name
1996-01-01New Year's Day
1996-04-08Easter Monday
1996-05-01Labour Day
1996-05-08Victory Day
1996-05-16Ascension Day
1996-05-27Whit Monday
1996-07-14Bastille Day
1996-08-15Assumption
1996-11-01All Saints' Day
1996-11-11Armistice Day
1996-12-25Christmas Day

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France Public Holidays 1996

New Year's Day (Jour de l'An) - January 1, 1996

  • Official public holiday
  • Family gatherings and festive meals
  • Most businesses closed

Easter Monday - Variable Date, 1996

  • Christian holiday
  • Traditional family gatherings
  • Spring celebrations

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