Public Holidays in Colombia
Complete calendar of Colombian national holidays and observances for 2026
18
Total Holidays
1
National
17
Public
0
Observances
National Day of Colombia
Día de la Independencia (Independence Day)
July 20
2026 Holiday Calendar
1 January (2 holidays)
1
Año Nuevo (New Year's Day)
6
Día de los Reyes Magos (Epiphany)
3 March (1 holiday)
24
Día de San José (St. Joseph's Day)
5 May (1 holiday)
1
Día del Trabajo (Labour Day)
7 July (2 holidays)
1
San Pedro y San Pablo (Saints Peter and Paul)
20
Día de la Independencia (Independence Day)
8 August (2 holidays)
7
Batalla de Boyacá (Battle of Boyacá)
18
Asunción de la Virgen (Assumption)
10 October (1 holiday)
13
Día de la Raza
11 November (2 holidays)
3
Día de Todos los Santos (All Saints' Day)
17
Independencia de Cartagena
12 December (2 holidays)
8
Inmaculada Concepción
25
Navidad (Christmas Day)
Variable Date Holidays (5 holidays)
These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.
Jueves Santo (Holy Thursday)
Viernes Santo (Good Friday)
Ascensión del Señor (Ascension)
Corpus Christi
Sagrado Corazón (Sacred Heart)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Colombia have?
Colombia has 18 public holidays and observances, including 1 national holiday and 17 public holidays.
What is the national day of Colombia?
The national day of Colombia is Día de la Independencia (Independence Day), celebrated on July 20.
Does Colombia celebrate Christmas?
Yes, Christmas Day (December 25) is a public holiday in Colombia.