International Workers' Day
Nationwide public holiday in Albania · Dita Ndërkombëtare e Punëtorëve
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 3 May | Monday | International Workers' Day (observed) Observed day off for International Workers' Day (Sat 1 May) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Albania.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 1 May – Tue 4 May is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tirana around 1 May: high 19°C (65°F), low 9°C (48°F), rain on 46% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tirana. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 May in Tirana: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Albania
Sunday, 2 May 2027
International Workers' Day in other countries
Lithuania
Angola
Cuba
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Maldives
Mozambique
North Korea
Sierra Leone
Sri Lanka
Tanzania
Timor Leste
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.