Uruguay Public Holidays
Uruguay observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Uruguay observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Uruguay by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Uruguay.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 6 | Tuesday | Children's Day |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Carnival |
| Feb 17 | Tuesday | Carnival |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 19 | Sunday | Landing of the 33 Patriots Day |
| May 1 | Friday | International Workers' Day |
| May 18 | Monday | Battle of Las Piedras |
| Jun 19 | Friday | Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day |
| Jul 18 | Saturday | Constitution Day |
| Aug 25 | Tuesday | Independence Day |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Day of the race |
| Nov 2 | Monday | Deceased ones day |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.