Holidays in Costa Rica - 2026
Public holidays and observances.
Insight summary
2026, Costa Rica has 11 holidays in total, including 11 public holidays. The busiest month is April with 3 holidays.
Holiday dates
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| April 2, 2026 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 11, 2026 | Saturday | Juan Santamaría Day |
| May 1, 2026 | Friday | Labour Day |
| July 25, 2026 | Saturday | Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica |
| August 2, 2026 | Sunday | Feast of Our Lady of the Angels |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | Mother's Day |
| September 15, 2026 | Tuesday | Independence Day |
| December 1, 2026 | Tuesday | Army Abolition Day |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |