Public Holidays in Ecuador (2026)
12 public holidays and 4 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Ecuador
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 12
- Observances
- 4
- 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, Feb 16 | Carnival | Public |
| Tue, Feb 17 | Shrove Tuesday | Public |
| Thu, Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Sun, May 24 | The Battle of Pichincha | Public |
| Fri, Jul 24 | The Birthday of Simón Bolívar | Observance |
| Mon, Aug 10 | Declaration of Independence of Quito | Public |
| Thu, Sep 10 | Independence of Guayaquil | Public |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Flag Day | Observance |
| Mon, Nov 2 | All Souls' Day | Public |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Independence of Cuenca | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Thu, Dec 31 | New Year's Eve | Observance |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Ecuador have in 2026?
- Ecuador has 12 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Ecuador?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Ecuador?
- 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.