Colombia Public Holidays 2026
In 2026, there are 20 public holidays across Colombia. The first falls on January 1, 2026 (Año Nuevo) and the last on December 25, 2026 (Navidad). Of these, 1 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Año Nuevo | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Día de los Reyes Magos | January 12, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| San José | March 23, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Jueves Santo | April 2, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Viernes Santo | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Pascua | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Día del Trabajador | May 1, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| La Asunción | May 18, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Corpus Christi | June 8, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | June 15, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| San Pedro y San Pablo | June 29, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| La virgen de Chiquinquirá | July 13, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Día de la Independencia | July 20, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Batalla de Boyacá | August 7, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Asunción | August 17, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Día de la Raza | October 12, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Todos los Santos | November 2, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Independencia de Cartagena | November 16, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| La inmaculada concepción | December 8, 2026 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Navidad | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
April is the densest month for holidays, which tends to shape travel and shopping patterns. Use the table below to see each 2026 holiday in Colombia, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Colombia have in 2026?
Colombia has 20 national public holidays in 2026. The first is Año Nuevo on January 1, 2026 and the last is Navidad on December 25, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Colombia?
The first public holiday of 2026 is Año Nuevo, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Colombia?
The final national public holiday of 2026 is Navidad on December 25, 2026, a Friday.
Are regional holidays included for Colombia?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Colombia are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Colombia
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Colombia public holiday calendar across years: