Rio De Janeiro Public Holidays 2026

Brazil

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Rio De Janeiro for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

About Public Holidays in Rio De Janeiro

Public holidays in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

Working Days and Business Closures

On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

All Public Holidays in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 2026

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2026ThursdayAno NovoPublic Holiday
February 17, 2026TuesdayCarnavalPublic Holiday
April 3, 2026FridaySexta-Feira SantaPublic Holiday
April 21, 2026TuesdayDia de TiradentesPublic Holiday
April 23, 2026ThursdayDia de São JorgePublic Holiday
May 1, 2026FridayDia do trabalhadorPublic Holiday
September 7, 2026MondayDia da IndependênciaPublic Holiday
October 4, 2026SundayDia de EleiçãoPublic Holiday
October 12, 2026MondayNossa Senhora AparecidaPublic Holiday
October 25, 2026SundayDia de EleiçãoPublic Holiday
November 2, 2026MondayDia de FinadosPublic Holiday
November 15, 2026SundayProclamação da RepúblicaPublic Holiday
December 25, 2026FridayNatalPublic Holiday
Show 2027 public holidays

All Public Holidays in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil 2027

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2027FridayAno NovoPublic Holiday
February 9, 2027TuesdayCarnavalPublic Holiday
March 26, 2027FridaySexta-Feira SantaPublic Holiday
April 21, 2027WednesdayDia de TiradentesPublic Holiday
April 23, 2027FridayDia de São JorgePublic Holiday
May 1, 2027SaturdayDia do trabalhadorPublic Holiday
September 7, 2027TuesdayDia da IndependênciaPublic Holiday
October 12, 2027TuesdayNossa Senhora AparecidaPublic Holiday
November 2, 2027TuesdayDia de FinadosPublic Holiday
November 15, 2027MondayProclamação da RepúblicaPublic Holiday
December 25, 2027SaturdayNatalPublic Holiday

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays are there in Rio De Janeiro?

The number of public holidays in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

Do businesses close on public holidays in Rio De Janeiro?

Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

Are public holidays the same every year?

Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

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