Nicaragua Public Holidays 2026
Nicaragua 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 |
| Jan 18 | Sunday | Birthday of Rubén Darío | Observance |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 30 | Saturday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Jun 1 | Monday | Children's Day | Public |
| Jun 23 | Tuesday | Father's Day | Observance |
| Jul 19 | Sunday | Revolution Day | Public |
| Sep 14 | Monday | Battle of San Jacinto | Public |
| Sep 15 | Tuesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Indigenous Resistance Day | Public |
| Dec 8 | Tuesday | Immaculate Conception | Public |
| Dec 24 | Thursday | Christmas Eve | Observance |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | 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 Nicaragua
Public holidays in Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua have in 2026?
- Nicaragua has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Nicaragua?
- The next public holiday in Nicaragua is Battle of San Jacinto on September 14, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Nicaragua?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Nicaragua close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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