Poland Christmas holiday planning and 2026 work schedules

As the holiday season approaches, many families in Poland are considering traveling to avoid the burdens of traditional household preparations. Options for festive getaways include the mountains for winter activities, the Masurian Lake District for nature, or the Baltic coast, which offers a quieter, less crowded experience during the winter months.

Regarding the 2026 calendar, Christmas Eve (December 24) falls on a Thursday, followed by Christmas Day on Friday and the second day of Christmas on Saturday. Because December 26 falls on a Saturday, employees are entitled to an additional day off under the Labor Code. For civil servants, the Prime Minister has designated December 28, 2026, as the compensatory day off. The specific timing for other employees to receive this day off depends on their employer's accounting period.