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2026 Colombia Holidays

View all public holidays and observances in Colombia for 2026, including national holidays, bank closures, and major cultural dates.

Total Holidays

18

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

June

3 holidays

This Month

3

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

3 days away

About Colombia holidays in 2026

In 2026, Colombia observes 18 holidays throughout the year. The calendar includes a mix of religious observances, national celebrations, and days of historical significance. Many of these holidays are fixed-date events, while others are determined by religious calendars, such as Easter. The year begins with New Year's Day and Epiphany in January. The spring months see a concentration of religious holidays, including Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, followed by Labour Day and Ascension Day. The summer months feature several significant national and religious celebrations, including the Declaration of Independence and the Battle of Boyacá. The latter half of the year continues with observances like Assumption of Mary and Columbus Day, concluding with Immaculate Conception and Christmas Day in December.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 12, 2026MondayEpiphany
March 23, 2026MondaySaint Joseph's Day
April 2, 2026ThursdayMaundy Thursday
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 18, 2026MondayAscension Day
June 8, 2026MondayCorpus Christi
June 15, 2026MondaySacred Heart
June 29, 2026MondaySaint Peter and Saint Paul
July 20, 2026MondayDeclaration of Independence
August 7, 2026FridayBattle of Boyacá
August 17, 2026MondayAssumption of Mary
October 12, 2026MondayColumbus Day
November 2, 2026MondayAll Saints’ Day
November 16, 2026MondayIndependence of Cartagena
December 8, 2026TuesdayImmaculate Conception
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

Planning around Colombia holidays in 2026

  • Many holidays are observed nationwide.
  • Some dates are determined by the lunar calendar.
  • Check the selected year for specific holiday dates.
  • The calendar includes a mix of religious and civil observances.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Colombia's holiday calendar in 2026 shows a notable concentration of observances in the second quarter, particularly in May and June, which feature multiple religious and civil holidays. This period is followed by a relatively steady distribution of holidays through the latter half of the year.

The year begins and ends with a few holidays in January and December, respectively. While February and September are notably quiet, the remaining months generally feature one to three holidays each, ensuring a consistent presence of national and religious observances across the calendar.

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