Public Holidays in Chile
Complete calendar of Chilean national holidays and observances for 2026
16
Total Holidays
1
National
15
Public
0
Observances
National Day of Chile
Fiestas Patrias (National Day)
September 18
2026 Holiday Calendar
1 January (1 holiday)
1
Año Nuevo (New Year's Day)
5 May (2 holidays)
1
Día del Trabajo (Labour Day)
21
Día de las Glorias Navales (Navy Day)
6 June (2 holidays)
21
Día Nacional de los Pueblos Indígenas
29
San Pedro y San Pablo
7 July (1 holiday)
16
Virgen del Carmen
8 August (1 holiday)
15
Asunción de la Virgen (Assumption)
9 September (2 holidays)
18
Fiestas Patrias (National Day)
19
Día de las Glorias del Ejército (Army Day)
10 October (2 holidays)
12
Día del Encuentro de Dos Mundos
31
Día de las Iglesias Evangélicas
11 November (1 holiday)
1
Día de Todos los Santos (All Saints' Day)
12 December (2 holidays)
8
Inmaculada Concepción
25
Navidad (Christmas Day)
Variable Date Holidays (2 holidays)
These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.
Viernes Santo (Good Friday)
Sábado Santo (Holy Saturday)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Chile have?
Chile has 16 public holidays and observances, including 1 national holiday and 15 public holidays.
What is the national day of Chile?
The national day of Chile is Fiestas Patrias (National Day), celebrated on September 18.
Does Chile celebrate Christmas?
Yes, Christmas Day (December 25) is a public holiday in Chile.