Dominican Republic Public Holidays 2026
Dominican Republic 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 5 | Monday | Epiphany | Public |
| Jan 21 | Wednesday | Our Lady of Altagracia | Public |
| Jan 26 | Monday | Duarte's Birthday | Public |
| Feb 27 | Friday | Independence Day | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| May 4 | Monday | Labour Day | Public |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Corpus Christi | Public |
| Aug 16 | Sunday | Restoration Day | Public |
| Sep 24 | Thursday | Our Lady of las Mercedes | Public |
| Nov 9 | Monday | Constitution 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 Dominican Republic
Public holidays in Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic have in 2026?
- Dominican Republic has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Dominican Republic?
- The next public holiday in Dominican Republic is Restoration Day on August 16, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Dominican Republic?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Dominican Republic close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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