Costa Rica Public Holidays 2026
Costa Rica observes 11 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 |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 11 | Saturday | Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| Jul 25 | Saturday | Guanacaste Day | Public |
| Aug 2 | Sunday | Our Lady of Los Ángeles | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Mother's Day | Public |
| Sep 15 | Tuesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 9 | Friday | Columbus Day | 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 Costa Rica
Public holidays in Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica have in 2026?
- Costa Rica has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Costa Rica?
- The next public holiday in Costa Rica is Guanacaste Day on July 25, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Costa Rica?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Costa Rica close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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