International Labor Day
Nationwide public holiday in Bosnia and Herzegovina · Međunarodni praznik rada
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 2 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 May | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 3 May | Monday | International Labor Day (observed) Observed day off for International Labor Day (Sun 2 May) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 30 Apr – Sun 2 May is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Sarajevo around 1 May: high 16°C (61°F), low 6°C (42°F), rain on 49% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Sarajevo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 May in Sarajevo: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.