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2026 Nicaragua Holidays

Explore the official 2026 holiday calendar for Nicaragua, including public holidays, observances, and important national events.

Total Holidays

12

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

December

3 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Liberation Day

23 days away

About Nicaragua holidays in 2026

In 2026, Nicaragua observes a variety of holidays that commemorate historical events, religious observances, and national pride. The year begins with the standard New Year's Day, followed by days honoring the Air Force and military achievements. The spring and summer months bring important dates like Labour Day, Liberation Day, and observances related to national independence. The year concludes with significant religious and national holidays in the final months.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
February 1, 2026SundayAir Force Day
April 2, 2026ThursdayHoly Thursday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 27, 2026WednesdayArmy Day
July 19, 2026SundayLiberation Day
September 14, 2026MondayBattle of San Jacinto
September 15, 2026TuesdayIndependence Day
October 12, 2026MondayIndigenous Resistance Day
December 8, 2026TuesdayImmaculate Conception
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 31, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Eve

Planning around Nicaragua holidays in 2026

  • Observe that several holidays fall on weekdays, potentially impacting standard business operations.
  • Note that some holidays are tied to religious observances, which may have varying levels of public engagement.
  • Be aware of the concentration of holidays in May, September, and December.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Nicaragua's holiday calendar shows a notable concentration in the latter half of the year, particularly in September and December. September features two significant national days, while December includes two major observances, including Christmas Day.

The middle of the year, from June through August, is relatively quiet with no public holidays. However, May and April see a few key national and religious observances.

The year begins with a few holidays in January and February, followed by a quiet March. The pattern then resumes with holidays in April and May before the mid-year lull.

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