St. George's Day in Spain

Friday, April 23, 2027 ยท Europe/Madrid

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When is St. George's Day in Spain in 2027?

St. George's Day in Spain is on Friday, April 23, 2027 (Europe/Madrid). Thatโ€™s 270 days ยท about 39 weeks ยท about 9 months. It falls on a Friday.

Is St. George's Day a public holiday in Spain?

St. George's Day is widely observed in Spain, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.

How Spain celebrates

In Catalonia, April 23 is Sant Jordi โ€” sweethearts exchange books and roses and the streets fill with bookstalls โ€” while Aragon keeps the date as its regional day. It is a regional holiday in parts of Spain but not a national one.

What people eat

Pa de Sant Jordi, a savoury bread striped red and yellow with sobrassada and cheese, plus roses-and-books street fare in Barcelona.

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