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When is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day 2026?

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Sunday, May 24, 2026 and the last is Sunday, July 5, 2026, across 3 countries.

Saints Cyril and Methodius' Day is a national holiday in North Macedonia

Also listed as Saints Cyril and Methodius' Day Observed.

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Saints Cyril and Methodius Day 2026 by country

CountryDateType
🇲🇰 North MacedoniaСв. Кирил и Методиј, Ден на сèсловенските просветителиMay 24SundayPublic holiday
🇧🇬 BulgariaДен на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменостMay 25MondayPublic holiday
🇲🇰 North MacedoniaSaints Cyril and Methodius' Day ObservedMay 25MondayPublic holiday
🇨🇿 CzechiaDen slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a MetodějeJuly 5SundayPublic holiday

Questions about Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

When is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day in 2026?
It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on May 24, May 25 and July 5. The table above shows the date for each country.
Which countries celebrate Saints Cyril and Methodius Day?
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day is marked in 3 countries: Bulgaria, Czechia and North Macedonia.
Is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day a public holiday?
Yes, it's a public holiday in Bulgaria, Czechia and North Macedonia. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.

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