Quito Public Holidays 2026

Pichincha, Ecuador

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

About Public Holidays in Quito

Public holidays in Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador 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 Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador 2026

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2026ThursdayAño NuevoPublic Holiday
February 16, 2026MondayCarnavalPublic Holiday
February 17, 2026TuesdayCarnavalPublic Holiday
April 2, 2026ThursdayJueves SantoPublic Holiday
April 3, 2026FridayViernes SantoPublic Holiday
May 1, 2026FridayDía del TrabajadorPublic Holiday
May 24, 2026SundayBatalla del PichinchaPublic Holiday
August 10, 2026MondayDía del Primer Grito de Independencia de QuitoPublic Holiday
September 10, 2026ThursdayIndependencia de GuayaquilPublic Holiday
November 2, 2026MondayDía de los DifuntosPublic Holiday
November 3, 2026TuesdayIndependencia de CuencaPublic Holiday
December 25, 2026FridayNavidadPublic Holiday
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All Public Holidays in Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador 2027

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2027FridayAño NuevoPublic Holiday
February 8, 2027MondayCarnavalPublic Holiday
February 9, 2027TuesdayCarnavalPublic Holiday
March 25, 2027ThursdayJueves SantoPublic Holiday
March 26, 2027FridayViernes SantoPublic Holiday
May 1, 2027SaturdayDía del TrabajadorPublic Holiday
May 24, 2027MondayBatalla del PichinchaPublic Holiday
August 10, 2027TuesdayDía del Primer Grito de Independencia de QuitoPublic Holiday
September 10, 2027FridayIndependencia de GuayaquilPublic Holiday
November 2, 2027TuesdayDía de los DifuntosPublic Holiday
November 3, 2027WednesdayIndependencia de CuencaPublic Holiday
December 25, 2027SaturdayNavidadPublic Holiday

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays are there in Quito?

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

Do businesses close on public holidays in Quito?

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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