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2026 Peru Holidays

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

Total Holidays

14

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

April

4 holidays

This Month

1

Holiday this month

Next Holiday

3 days away

About Peru holidays in 2026

In 2026, Peru observes a variety of national holidays, including significant religious and historical commemorations. The year begins with New Year's Day and is marked by a cluster of holidays in April, including Holy Thursday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. Peru celebrates International Workers' Day in May, followed by Saint Peter and Saint Paul in June. The national pride is evident with two days dedicated to Independence Day in late July. The latter half of the year includes observances like Santa Rosa de Lima, the Battle of Angamos, All Saints Day, Immaculate Conception, and concludes with Christmas Day.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
April 2, 2026ThursdayHoly Thursday
April 2, 2026ThursdayMaundy Thursday
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
May 1, 2026FridayInternational Workers' Day
June 29, 2026MondaySaint Peter and Saint Paul
July 28, 2026TuesdayIndependence Day
July 29, 2026WednesdayIndependence Day
August 30, 2026SundaySanta Rosa de Lima
October 8, 2026ThursdayBattle of Angamos
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints Day
December 8, 2026TuesdayImmaculate Conception
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

Planning around Peru holidays in 2026

  • Note the concentration of holidays in April.
  • Observe the two-day celebration of Independence Day in July.
  • Be aware of the late-year holidays in November and December.
  • Check specific dates for religious observances, as they can vary.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar for Peru in 2026 shows a notable concentration in April, with four holidays occurring within a single week, including the Easter period. Following this busy period, the holidays are more evenly distributed throughout the rest of the year, with no more than two holidays occurring in any given month.

The second half of the year features a significant national holiday in July with two consecutive days for Independence Day. The year concludes with a cluster of religious observances in December, including Immaculate Conception and Christmas Day.

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