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Bilbao public holidays and shop opening days (2026 and 2027)

Bilbao’s two local holidays are 31 July (San Ignacio) and 28 August (Viernes de Semana Grande) in 2026, as the official page lists them, and the region sets which Sundays and holidays shops may open.

Why it matters

Local holidays close offices, schools and many shops, and they move administrative deadlines.

When

You are planning appointments, errands or travel around holidays.

Last checked

25 Oct 2026

Cost: Free

Steps

1. Find the local holidays
   The official page lists 31 July (San Ignacio) and 28 August (Viernes de Semana Grande) in 2026.
2. Check when shops may open
   No official page listing the Sundays and holidays when shops may open was read for this city; check the regional commerce department before planning around it.
3. Plan around closures
   Local holidays are paid, non-recoverable days off for workers and count as non-working days for administrative deadlines, so offices may be closed and deadlines can move; check the office’s own page.

Where

• Calendario de días inhábiles
  https://www.bilbao.eus/vvmm-sede/calendario-dias-inhabiles

Tips

• Check the local holiday before booking an appointment or planning a deadline.

Official sources

• Calendario de días inhábiles