Ecuador Public Holidays 2027
Ecuador observes 12 public holidays in 2027. 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 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Friday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Feb 8 | Monday | Carnival | Public |
| Feb 9 | Tuesday | Shrove Tuesday | Public |
| Mar 25 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Mar 26 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Mar 28 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| May 1 | Saturday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 24 | Monday | The Battle of Pichincha | Public |
| Jul 24 | Saturday | The Birthday of Simón Bolívar | Observance |
| Aug 10 | Tuesday | Declaration of Independence of Quito | Public |
| Sep 10 | Friday | Independence of Guayaquil | Public |
| Oct 31 | Sunday | Flag Day | Observance |
| Nov 2 | Tuesday | All Souls' Day | Public |
| Nov 3 | Wednesday | Independence of Cuenca | Public |
| Dec 25 | Saturday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Friday | New Year's Eve | Observance |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Ecuador
Public holidays in Ecuador 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 Ecuador have in 2027?
- Ecuador has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2027, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Ecuador?
- The next public holiday in Ecuador is New Year's Day on January 1, 2027.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Ecuador?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Ecuador close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.