Public Holidays in Nicaragua (2026)
11 public holidays and 5 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 11
- Observances
- 5
- 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 |
| Sun, Jan 18 | Birthday of Rubén Darío | Observance |
| Thu, Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Sat, May 30 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Mon, Jun 1 | Children's Day | Public |
| Tue, Jun 23 | Father's Day | Observance |
| Sun, Jul 19 | Revolution Day | Public |
| Mon, Sep 14 | Battle of San Jacinto | Public |
| Tue, Sep 15 | Independence Day | Public |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Indigenous Resistance Day | Public |
| Tue, Dec 8 | Immaculate Conception | Public |
| Thu, Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Observance |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Thu, Dec 31 | New Year's Eve | Observance |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Nicaragua have in 2026?
- Nicaragua has 11 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Nicaragua?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Nicaragua?
- 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.