Public Holidays in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027 – All 11 Official Holidays

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has 11 statutory public holidays in 2027. This page is your complete reference for every official holiday in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (MV), including exact dates, days of the week, holiday descriptions and practical annual leave planning tips.

ℹ️ Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has 11 public holidays in 2027, including International Women’s Day (March 8, introduced in 2023) and Reformation Day (Oct 31).

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Table of Contents

  1. Public Holidays Table – Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027
  2. Holiday Descriptions
  3. Bridge Days & Annual Leave Tips
  4. FAQ – Public Holidays Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027
  5. Neighbouring States

Public Holidays Table – Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027

The table below lists all 11 statutory public holidays in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern for the year 2027, sorted chronologically.

DateDayPublic Holiday
Jan 1, 2027FridayNew Year’s Day
Mar 8, 2027MondayInternational Women’s Day
Mar 26, 2027FridayGood Friday
Mar 29, 2027MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2027SaturdayLabour Day
May 6, 2027ThursdayAscension Day
May 17, 2027MondayWhit Monday
Oct 3, 2027SundayGerman Unity Day
Oct 31, 2027SundayReformation Day
Dec 25, 2027SaturdayChristmas Day
Dec 26, 2027SundaySecond Day of Christmas

Holiday Descriptions

New Year’s Day – Jan 1, 2027 (Friday)

New Year’s Day on January 1 is a nationwide public holiday in Germany. In 2027 it falls on a Friday, creating an automatic long weekend from January 1–3.

International Women’s Day – Mar 8, 2027 (Monday)

March 8 has been observed as International Women’s Day since 1911, championing women’s rights and gender equality. Berlin introduced it as a public holiday in 2019; Mecklenburg-Vorpommern followed in 2023. In 2027 it falls on a Monday.

Good Friday – Mar 26, 2027 (Friday)

Good Friday (Karfreitag) commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus and is a nationwide public holiday. German law prohibits public dancing events and loud music on this day. In 2027 it falls on March 26.

Easter Monday – Mar 29, 2027 (Monday)

Easter Monday (Ostermontag) concludes the Easter holidays and is a nationwide public holiday. Typical traditions include Easter egg hunts and family gatherings. In 2027 it falls on March 29.

Labour Day – May 1, 2027 (Saturday)

May 1 honours the international labour movement and its achievements. It has been a public holiday in Germany since 1933. In 2027 it falls on a Saturday, offering no additional day off for employees with a standard five-day week.

Ascension Day – May 6, 2027 (Thursday)

Ascension Day (Christi Himmelfahrt) always falls on a Thursday, 39 days after Easter Sunday. In Germany it is also known informally as Father’s Day (Vatertag). In 2027 it falls on May 6 — an ideal occasion for a Friday bridge day.

Whit Monday – May 17, 2027 (Monday)

Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) falls 50 days after Easter Sunday and celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit. In 2027 it is May 17, creating a long Whitsun weekend from May 15–17.

German Unity Day – Oct 3, 2027 (Sunday)

Germany’s National Day on October 3 commemorates the reunification of West and East Germany on October 3, 1990. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday — no substitute day off is provided by German law.

Reformation Day – Oct 31, 2027 (Sunday)

On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther is said to have nailed his 95 Theses to the Castle Church door in Wittenberg. Reformation Day is a public holiday in nine predominantly Protestant states. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday.

Christmas Day – Dec 25, 2027 (Saturday)

Christmas Day (1. Weihnachtstag) on December 25 celebrates the birth of Jesus and is a nationwide public holiday. In 2027 it falls on a Saturday.

Second Day of Christmas – Dec 26, 2027 (Sunday)

Germany’s Second Day of Christmas (2. Weihnachtstag) on December 26 continues the Christmas celebrations and is a nationwide public holiday. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday.

Bridge Days & Annual Leave Tips for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027

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Easter (March 26–29): Good Friday and Easter Monday are both nationwide public holidays — giving you an automatic 4-day break with no annual leave required.

Ascension Day (Thursday, May 6): Taking one day of leave on Friday, May 7 produces a 4-day long weekend (Thursday through Sunday) at very low cost.

Christmas 2027: Both Christmas holidays fall on the weekend (Dec 25 Sat, Dec 26 Sun). Consider booking leave from December 24 to enjoy an extended festive break into New Year.

FAQ – Public Holidays in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 2027

How many public holidays does Mecklenburg-Vorpommern have in 2027?

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has 11 statutory public holidays in 2027 — comprising the 9 nationwide German public holidays plus Mecklenburg-Vorpommern-specific additions.

When is Ascension Day 2027 in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

Ascension Day 2027 falls on Thursday, May 6, 2027 and is a public holiday in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

When is Easter 2027?

Easter Sunday 2027 is March 28. Good Friday (March 26) and Easter Monday (March 29) are both statutory public holidays in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Is Reformation Day a public holiday in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

Yes, Reformation Day (October 31, 2027 — a Sunday) is a statutory public holiday in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Is International Women’s Day a public holiday in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

Yes, International Women’s Day (March 8, 2027 — a Monday) is an official public holiday in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

When is Christmas in 2027?

Christmas Day (December 25, 2027) is a Saturday and Second Day of Christmas (December 26, 2027) is a Sunday — both are public holidays in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Public Holidays in Neighbouring States

Compare Mecklenburg-Vorpommern’s holiday calendar with its neighbouring federal states:

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All information provided without warranty — the authoritative source is the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Public Holidays Act (Feiertagsgesetz MV).