Paraguay Public Holidays 2025
Paraguay 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.
2025 at a glance
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All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 1 | Saturday | Heroes' Day | Public |
| Apr 17 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 30 | Wednesday | Teacher's Day | Optional |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 14 | Wednesday | Independence Day | Public |
| May 15 | Thursday | Independence Day | Public |
| Jun 12 | Thursday | Chaco Armistice | Public |
| Aug 15 | Friday | Assumption | Public |
| Sep 29 | Monday | Boqueron Battle Victory Day | Public |
| Dec 8 | Monday | Virgin of Caacupe | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Wednesday | New Year's Eve | Bank |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Paraguay
Public holidays in Paraguay 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 Paraguay have in 2025?
- Paraguay has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Paraguay?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Paraguay close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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