Guatemala Public Holidays 2025
Guatemala observes 12 public holidays in 2025. 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 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Feb 11 | Tuesday | White Nun Day | Observance |
| Feb 20 | Thursday | Marimba Day | Observance |
| Mar 8 | Saturday | International Women's Day | Observance |
| Apr 17 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 19 | Saturday | Easter Saturday | Public |
| Apr 20 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 10 | Saturday | Mother's Day | Optional |
| May 30 | Friday | Popol Vuh Day | Observance |
| Jun 17 | Tuesday | Father's Day | Optional |
| Jun 25 | Wednesday | Teacher's Day | Observance |
| Jun 27 | Friday | Bank Employee Day | Bank |
| Jun 30 | Monday | Army Day | Public |
| Sep 15 | Monday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 13 | Monday | Day of Race | Bank |
| Oct 20 | Monday | Revolution Day | Public |
| Nov 1 | Saturday | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Sunday | All Souls' Day | Observance |
| Dec 24 | Wednesday | Christmas Eve | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Wednesday | 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 Guatemala
Public holidays in Guatemala 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 Guatemala have in 2025?
- Guatemala has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Guatemala?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Guatemala close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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