Guatemala

Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Guatemala : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

YearDateHoliday
2025Wednesday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2025Thursday 17 AprilMaundy Thursday
2025Friday 18 AprilGood Friday
2025Saturday 19 AprilHoly Saturday
2025Thursday 1 MayLabor Day
2025Monday 30 JuneArmy Day
2025Friday 15 AugustAssumption Day
2025Monday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2025Monday 20 OctoberRevolution Day
2025Saturday 1 NovemberAll Saints' Day
2025Thursday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2026Thursday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2026Thursday 2 AprilMaundy Thursday
2026Friday 3 AprilGood Friday
2026Saturday 4 AprilHoly Saturday
2026Friday 1 MayLabor Day
2026Monday 29 JuneArmy Day
2026Saturday 15 AugustAssumption Day
2026Tuesday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2026Tuesday 20 OctoberRevolution Day
2026Sunday 1 NovemberAll Saints' Day
2026Friday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2027Friday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2027Thursday 25 MarchMaundy Thursday
2027Friday 26 MarchGood Friday
2027Saturday 27 MarchHoly Saturday
2027Saturday 1 MayLabor Day
2027Monday 28 JuneArmy Day
2027Sunday 15 AugustAssumption Day
2027Wednesday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2027Wednesday 20 OctoberRevolution Day
2027Monday 1 NovemberAll Saints' Day
2027Saturday 25 DecemberChristmas Day

Guatemala

Public Holidays in Guatemala

Guatemala observes several public holidays throughout the year, reflecting its rich cultural heritage, religious traditions, and historical milestones. These holidays are celebrated with various customs, including religious ceremonies, patriotic events, and family gatherings.

  • New Year's Day
    Origin: Celebrates the beginning of the new calendar year.
    Date: January 1
    Observance: A national holiday marked by family time, parties, and reflection on the year ahead.

  • Maundy Thursday
    Origin: Commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples.
    Date: Thursday before Easter Sunday (movable date)
    Observance: Religious processions and church services are common, reflecting deep Catholic traditions.

  • Good Friday
    Origin: Observes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
    Date: Friday before Easter Sunday (movable date)
    Observance: solemn church services, processions, and reflection on sacrifice and redemption.

  • Holy Saturday
    Origin: Day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, marking Jesus' time in the tomb.
    Date: Saturday before Easter Sunday (movable date)
    Observance: Quiet reflection and preparation for Easter celebrations.

  • Labor Day
    Origin: Honors workers and their contributions to society.
    Date: May 1
    Observance: Parades, demonstrations, and recognition of workers' rights.

  • Army Day
    Origin: Celebrates the Guatemalan military's role in national defense.
    Date: June 30
    Observance: Military parades and ceremonies.

  • Assumption Day
    Origin: Celebrates the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven.
    Date: August 15
    Observance: Religious masses and devout celebrations in Catholic communities.

  • Independence Day
    Origin: Commemorates Guatemala’s independence from Spain in 1821.
    Date: September 15
    Observance: Patriotic parades, cultural events, and national pride festivities.

  • Revolution Day
    Origin: Marks the anniversary of the 1944 revolution that ended a dictatorship.
    Date: October 20
    Observance: Civic ceremonies and remembrance of democratic progress.

  • All Saints' Day
    Origin: Honors all saints and departed loved ones.
    Date: November 1
    Observance: Visiting graves, cleaning cemeteries, and family gatherings.

  • Christmas Day
    Origin: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
    Date: December 25
    Observance: Religious services, family meals, gift-giving, and festivities.

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