New Year's Holiday (Nova godina)
About
January 1 and 2 are Montenegro's statutory New Year holidays. Kotor's 2026/27 public celebration programme has not yet been announced, so no concert or fireworks claim is included.
Highlights
- Two-day statutory national holiday
- The holiday dates are fixed in law
- A separate Kotor celebration programme is still pending
Practical tips
- Retail trade generally closes, with statutory exceptions including pharmacies, fuel stations and markets.
- Do not assume an Old Town concert until the municipality or tourism office announces it.
- Restaurants set their own winter schedules; check ahead.
Sources and freshness
Checked on July 10, 2026. Next editorial review is due November 2, 2026; live programmes and access rules can still change.
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