Public Holidays in Colombia (2026)
19 public holidays and 1 observance in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Colombia
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 19
- Observances
- 1
- Next Holiday
- Labour Day (Fri, May 1)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mon, Jan 12 | Epiphany | Public |
| Mon, Mar 23 | Saint Joseph | Public |
| Sun, Mar 29 | Palm Sunday | Observance |
| Thu, Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Mon, May 18 | Ascension Day | Public |
| Mon, Jun 8 | Corpus Christi | Public |
| Mon, Jun 15 | Sacred Heart | Public |
| Mon, Jun 29 | Saints Peter and Paul | Public |
| Mon, Jul 20 | Independence Day | Public |
| Fri, Aug 7 | Battle of Boyacá | Public |
| Mon, Aug 17 | Assumption | Public |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Columbus Day | Public |
| Mon, Nov 2 | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Mon, Nov 16 | Independence of Cartagena | Public |
| Tue, Dec 8 | Immaculate Conception | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Colombia have in 2026?
- Colombia has 19 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Colombia?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Colombia?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.