Costa Rica Public Holidays 2026

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

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                        About Public Holidays in Costa Rica

                        Public holidays in Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayAño NuevoPublic Holiday
                        April 2, 2026ThursdayJueves SantoPublic Holiday
                        April 3, 2026FridayViernes SantoPublic Holiday
                        April 11, 2026SaturdayGesta Heroica de Juan SantamaríaPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayDía del TrabajadorPublic Holiday
                        July 25, 2026SaturdayAnexión del Partido de NicoyaPublic Holiday
                        August 2, 2026SundayDía de la Virgen de los ÁngelesPublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2026SaturdayDía de la MadrePublic Holiday
                        September 15, 2026TuesdayDía de la IndependenciaPublic Holiday
                        October 9, 2026FridayDía de la RazaPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayNavidadPublic Holiday
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                        All Public Holidays in Costa Rica 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayAño NuevoPublic Holiday
                        March 25, 2027ThursdayJueves SantoPublic Holiday
                        March 26, 2027FridayViernes SantoPublic Holiday
                        April 11, 2027SundayGesta Heroica de Juan SantamaríaPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayDía del TrabajadorPublic Holiday
                        July 25, 2027SundayAnexión del Partido de NicoyaPublic Holiday
                        August 2, 2027MondayDía de la Virgen de los ÁngelesPublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2027SundayDía de la MadrePublic Holiday
                        September 15, 2027WednesdayDía de la IndependenciaPublic Holiday
                        October 12, 2027TuesdayDía de la RazaPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayNavidadPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Costa Rica?

                        The number of public holidays in Costa Rica can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Costa Rica?

                        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.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Costa Rica?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Costa Rica that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Costa Rica with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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