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New Year's Day 2027 in Belgium: date and meaning
The 2026 edition is over. In 2027, New Year's Day falls on Friday January 1 in Belgium.
First day of the calendar year, a public holiday in Belgium and France.
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Dates for the coming years
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday January 1, 2026 |
| 2027 | Friday January 1, 2027 |
| 2028 | Saturday January 1, 2028 |
Relevant sectors
- Automotive
- Motorcycles
- Home & bedding
- Restaurants
- Fashion & e-commerce
- Art & creation
- Agencies & B2B
- Retail
- Health & wellbeing
Source : emploi.belgique.be
See also: New Year's Day in France
Frequently asked questions
When is New Year's Day 2026 in Belgium?
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on Thursday January 1 in Belgium.
When is New Year's Day 2027 in Belgium?
In 2027, New Year's Day falls on Friday January 1 in Belgium.
Other dates in January 2027
- Dry January January 1
- Winter sales January 2
- Epiphany (king cake) January 6
- Brussels Motor Show January 8
- International Day of Italian Cuisine January 17
- Blue Monday January 18
- Community Manager Appreciation Day January 25
- Data Protection Day January 28
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