Event

Saint Nicholas Day 2022

Saint Nicholas Day is 6 December. It is not a public holiday, but it matters for families, nurseries, schools, small gifts, visits from Saint Nicholas and Advent events.

Answer

When is it?

Saint Nicholas Day 2022 is on . Not a public holiday. School, work and opening hours generally follow the normal weekday. Austrian holiday law and the relevant province or school decide its practical status.

Status
Past

Saint Nicholas Day is already over for this year.

Exact dates

Saint Nicholas Day 2022

All events
Saint Nicholas Day Advent

Family date in Advent; small gifts, nursery, school and Saint Nicholas visits need planning.

Planning impact

Saint Nicholas Day is a fixed family date in Advent.

The key points are family calendars, nursery or school, Saint Nicholas visits, small gifts and nearby Krampus, Advent weekend or Immaculate Conception dates. Compare the affected province before booking leave or childcare.

Gifts

Handle small gifts early

Small bags, boots, nuts, mandarins or gifts are usually organised beforehand.

Children

Ask nursery and school

Celebrations, visits and craft dates rarely appear in the statutory holiday list.

Advent

Watch the weekend

If Saint Nicholas Day sits near a weekend, family visits and Advent markets often move there.

Family

Plan calmly

The value lies in reminders, preparation and clear expectations with children.

Related planning

Open the right calendar view

Not a public holiday. School, work and opening hours generally follow the normal weekday. Compare the affected province before booking leave or childcare.

FAQ

Common questions about saint nicholas day

Short answers about date, status and planning impact.

When is Saint Nicholas Day?

Saint Nicholas Day is on 6 December every year.

Is Saint Nicholas Day a public holiday?

No. Saint Nicholas Day is not a public holiday.

Why does Saint Nicholas Day still matter for planning?

Because families, nurseries, schools and Advent events often have their own timing around 6 December.

Data basis

Recurring date rule, legal status separated

Saint Nicholas Day is a fixed family date in Advent. Austrian holiday law and the relevant province or school decide its practical status.

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