New Year's Day in France
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on Thursday, 1 January 2026.
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a nationwide public holiday in France celebrated on January 1. It marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year and is traditionally a time for families to exchange greetings and share a special feast. Many citizens also attend concerts or enjoy peaceful walks in city parks to welcome the year ahead.
New Year's Day dates in France
Observance dates for New Year's Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Jan 2023 | Sunday | New Year's Day |
| 2024 | 1 Jan 2024 | Monday | New Year's Day |
| 2025 | 1 Jan 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 2026This year | 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| 2027 | 1 Jan 2027 | Friday | New Year's Day |
| 2028 | 1 Jan 2028 | Saturday | New Year's Day |
| 2029 | 1 Jan 2029 | Monday | New Year's Day |
| 2030 | 1 Jan 2030 | Tuesday | New Year's Day |
| 2031 | 1 Jan 2031 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
1 Jan 2023
Sunday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2024
Monday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2025
Wednesday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2026
Thursday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2027
Friday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2028
Saturday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2029
Monday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2030
Tuesday · New Year's Day
1 Jan 2031
Wednesday · New Year's Day
