Canary Islands Public Holidays 2026
Canary Islands observes 12 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 6 | Tuesday | Epiphany | Public |
| Mar 19 | Thursday | Saint Joseph | Observance |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 3 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 24 | Sunday | Pentecost | Observance |
| May 30 | Saturday | Canary Islands Day | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assumption | Public |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Fiesta Nacional de España | Public |
| Nov 1 | Sunday | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Monday | All Saints' Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Dec 6 | Sunday | Día de la Constitución Española | Public |
| Dec 8 | Tuesday | Immaculate Conception | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Canary Islands
Public holidays in Canary Islands are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Canary Islands have in 2026?
- Canary Islands has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Canary Islands?
- The next public holiday in Canary Islands is Assumption on August 15, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Canary Islands?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Canary Islands close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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