Curaçao Public Holidays 2026
Curaçao 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.
2026 at a glance
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Carnival Monday | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| Apr 27 | Monday | Kings Day | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| Jun 7 | Sunday | Father's Day | Observance |
| Jul 2 | Thursday | Flag Day | Public |
| Oct 10 | Saturday | Curaçao Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | New Year's Eve | 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 Curaçao
Public holidays in Curaçao 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 Curaçao have in 2026?
- Curaçao has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Curaçao?
- The next public holiday in Curaçao is Curaçao Day on October 10, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Curaçao?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Curaçao close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.