2024 has just begun, but it’s already shaping up to be the year of holidays. The long weekends awaiting us in the coming months are so many that they will give us a total of 36 days off. If you’re among those who like to plan ahead, discover with us the complete calendar of 2024 long weekends, which holidays they include, and how you can make the most of these days with our tips!
The Complete 2024 Long Weekend Calendar
Let’s dive right into the calendar to find all the 2024 holidays that come with long weekends!
Epiphany
2024 doesn’t delay in giving its gifts, as already in the first week of the year we find the first long weekend. Epiphany,January 6, 2024falls on a Friday, allowing us to delay the dreaded return to school and work by two more days. Thislong weekend is the perfect opportunity to keep enjoying the magic of Christmas. A great idea could be to organize a.
trip to discover one of Italy’s major cities. Besides soaking up art, you can discover the traditions of these cities, taste typical dishes, and maybe get lost among Christmas markets.Another idea is to dedicate the four
days off to sports and fun in nature. You could decide to spend a short ski week in one of Italy’s many beautiful mountain resorts, perhaps joining grouphikes and snowshoeing excursions. Finally, if you want to recharge your energy for the new work year, treat yourself to a.
relaxing weekend and wellness at the thermal baths. There’s nothing better to leave the old year (and recent feasts) behind!Carnival
Carnival also stands out in the 2024 long weekend calendar.
Although it’s not generally considered a public holiday, schools and many other activities take advantage of it to give mind and body a break from commitments. This year we’ll have a long Carnival weekend includingSaturday and Sunday, February 18 and 19, plus Monday and Tuesday, February 20 and 21.
That’s another four days off not to be missed. Once again, it’s a great chance to explore our country. Every region has its own rituals and traditions renewed year after year.The Venice and Viareggio Carnivals are by far the most famous, but there are many other traditions to discover, such as theSartiglia of Oristano
in Sardinia or the Battle of the Oranges in Ivrea. In short, Italy is definitely a rich and lively destination during these days off. So if you want a quieter time, you might take the opportunity to spend a weekend abroad. February is considered low season in many beautiful European destinations, so you could save considerably. For some travel ideas,.
check out our article on affordable winter destinations! Easter and Easter Monday.
That Easter and Easter Monday always fall on Sunday and Monday is no surprise, but that doesn’t mean this long weekend isn’t eagerly awaited! Sunday, April 9,is Easter,
while Easter Monday 2024
is on Monday, April 10. The long weekend also includes Saturday, April 8, for three days off that many will rightly choose to spend at home with family. Easter Monday has always been a holiday spent outdoors with company. Unless there’s last-minute bad weather, it’s the perfect occasion to plan
excursions. Again, Italians are very lucky, as every region boasts landscapes, parks, reserves, and beaches envied worldwide. To organize your Easter Monday in nature, get inspired by the events organized by Meetersto find the perfect one for you! [activecampaign form=22 css=1]National Holidays
The 2024 long weekend calendar also highlights the most important Italian national holidays: Liberation Day, Labor Day, and Republic Day..
Besides Easter, from April to June, we’ll have the chance to enjoy a few days of pure relaxation every month! It starts Tuesday, April 25, 2024, with Liberation Day and the possibility to extend the weekend by including Monday, April 24.
Labor Day
falls on
Monday, May 1, giving a three-day weekend. The same goes for Republic Day. June
2024 is a Friday, allowing us to start the weekend early. Being in full spring, these three holidays make it easier to plan short breaks with a lighter heart. You might decide to organize a trip to an art city or a natural location to go hiking or enjoy other activities.
A very popular destination for Italians and tourists during this period is Lake Garda, with its historic villages and trails between lake and mountains. Ferragosto (Mid-August Holiday) The 2024 long weekend calendar now takes us into the heart of summer for Ferragosto.By this time, many will already be on vacation enjoying one or two weeks of freedom. Those who planned their holidays before or after this date will be glad to know they can still celebrate Ferragostowith four days off from work. 2 Ferragosto this year falls on Tuesday, August 15,allowing you to stop working starting Saturday, August 12.
Already in full spring, these three holidays allow you to plan short breaks with a lighter heart. You might decide to organize a vacation in an art city or a natural location, to Every place, from mountains to the sea, risks being overwhelmed by holidaymakers, but this shouldn’t stop you.Enjoy these four holiday days to the fullest without overdoing it. Look for
destinations closer to you
to avoid spending hours stuck in traffic. Or let yourself be convinced to finally join fun and relaxing group experiences,like sailing cruises. This will guarantee you a seaside weekend away from the crowds! Halloween Let’s leave the summer heat behind and get ready to experience the magic of autumn and Halloween.
In 2024, All Saints’ Day is a perfect time to join the events we organize all year round across Italy to discover the most beautiful corners of our country and make new friends! this year falls on Tuesday, August 15, allowing you to not work starting from Saturday the 12th. Without a doubt, however, this is the most stressful week to travel .Every place, from the mountains to the sea risks being overrun by holidaymakers, but this shouldn’t stop you.
Make the most of these 4 holiday days without overdoing it. So look for destinations closer to you, to avoid spending hours stuck in traffic on the highway. Or let yourself be convinced to finally take part in fun and relaxing group experiences at the same time, like sailing boat cruises. This will ensure you a seaside weekend away from the big crowds!
Halloween
Let’s leave the summer heat behind and get ready to experience the magic of autumn and Halloween. In 2024, All Saints’ Day, which we organize all year round throughout Italy, to discover the most beautiful corners of our country and make new friends! All the Saints' Day events we organize throughout the year across Italy, to discover the most beautiful corners of our country and make new friends!