May French Public Holidays Guide
French public holidays in May across the next 5 years.
May — next 5 years
May 2026
Whole 2026 →- 01Labour Day— Friday, May 1
- 08Victory in Europe Day— Friday, May 8
- 14Ascension Day— Thursday, May 14
- 25Whit Monday— Monday, May 25
May 2027
Whole 2027 →- 01Labour Day— Saturday, May 1
- 06Ascension Day— Thursday, May 6
- 08Victory in Europe Day— Saturday, May 8
- 17Whit Monday— Monday, May 17
May 2028
Whole 2028 →- 01Labour Day— Monday, May 1
- 08Victory in Europe Day— Monday, May 8
- 25Ascension Day— Thursday, May 25
May 2029
Whole 2029 →- 01Labour Day— Tuesday, May 1
- 08Victory in Europe Day— Tuesday, May 8
- 10Ascension Day— Thursday, May 10
- 21Whit Monday— Monday, May 21
May 2030
Whole 2030 →- 01Labour Day— Wednesday, May 1
- 08Victory in Europe Day— Wednesday, May 8
- 30Ascension Day— Thursday, May 30
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any French public holidays in May?
Yes. 4 public holidays fall in May 2026: Labour Day, Victory in Europe Day, Ascension Day, Whit Monday.