2026 market holidays
—ASE (Athens Exchange (Athex)) market holidays2026 dates & closures
Athens Exchange (Athex) (ASE) has 13 scheduled holiday dates in 2026, including 13 full-day closures. The next full closure is Christmas Eve on Thursday, December 24, 2026. Regular trading runs 10:30–17:00 GMT+2, Monday – Friday.
- 13
- Holiday dates in 2026
- 13
- Full-day closures
- 0
- Early closes & half days
Next full-day closures
2026- Dec24
Christmas Eve
Thu · market closed all day
- Dec25
Christmas Day
Fri · market closed all day
- Dec26
Synaxis of the Mother of God / Boxing Day
Sat · market closed all day
Holiday dates follow the exchange’s official calendar; early closes and substitute holidays are included where published.
Full 2026 schedule| Date | Holiday | Status | Trading hours |
|---|---|---|---|
January 20262 full closures | |||
| Thursday | New Year's Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Tuesday | Epiphany | Full closurepassed | Closed |
February 20261 full closure | |||
| Monday | Clean Monday | Full closurepassed | Closed |
March 20261 full closure | |||
| Wednesday | National Independence Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
April 20262 full closures | |||
| Friday | Orthodox Good Friday | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Monday | Orthodox Easter Monday | Full closurepassed | Closed |
May 20261 full closure | |||
| Friday | Labour Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
June 20261 full closure | |||
| Monday | Orthodox Whit Monday / Holy Spirit Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
August 20261 full closure | |||
| Saturday | Assumption of Mary | Full closurepassed | Closed |
October 20261 full closure | |||
| Wednesday | Ochi Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
December 20263 full closures | |||
| Thursday | Christmas Eve | Full closure | Closed |
| Friday | Christmas Day | Full closure | Closed |
| Saturday | Synaxis of the Mother of God / Boxing Day | Full closure | Closed |
2026 ASE Holidays
2026 Athens Exchange (Athex) Holidays Calendar
Regular Hours: 10:30 – 17:00 (Europe/Athens)
Country: Greece
Time Zone: Europe/Athens
Currency: EUR
Official ASE Website →Is ASE closed on weekends?
Yes, ASE is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – Friday only.
Does ASE close for lunch?
No, ASE does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.
How many holidays does ASE observe in 2026?
ASE observes 13 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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