Nicaragua

Nicaragua : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Nicaragua

Nicaragua observes a variety of public holidays throughout the year, celebrating its rich history, culture, and religious traditions. These holidays reflect the country's deep-rooted Catholic heritage as well as important national events that shaped its identity.

• New Year's Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrated on January 1st, New Year's Day marks the beginning of the new calendar year.
  • Observance: It is a public holiday with festivities including family gatherings and fireworks.
  • Notable Traditions: People often attend church services and make resolutions for the year ahead.

• Maundy Thursday

  • Origin and Significance: Commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples.
  • Date: Observed on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, varying each year.
  • Observance: A solemn day with religious processions and church services throughout Nicaragua.

• Good Friday

  • Origin and Significance: Marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary.
  • Date: The Friday before Easter Sunday.
  • Observance: Characterized by strict religious observances, processions, and a day of mourning.

• Labor Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrated on May 1st, it honors the economic and social achievements of workers.
  • Observance: Includes public demonstrations, parades, and cultural events promoting workers' rights.

• Mother's Day

  • Origin and Significance: A day to honor mothers and motherhood.
  • Date: Celebrated on May 30th in Nicaragua.
  • Observance: The day is marked by family gatherings, giving gifts, and expressing gratitude toward mothers.

• Revolution Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates the Sandinista revolution and their victory in 1979.
  • Date: Traditionally observed on July 19th.
  • Observance: Military parades, speeches, and various ceremonies commemorate this pivotal historical event.

• Battle of San Jacinto Day

  • Origin and Significance: Commemorates the 1856 Battle of San Jacinto where Nicaraguan forces defeated William Walker’s filibusters.
  • Date: Celebrated on September 14th.
  • Observance: Patriotism is highlighted with parades and educational activities.

• Independence Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates Nicaragua's independence from Spain.
  • Date: September 15th.
  • Observance: Includes patriotic displays, parades, and cultural celebrations.

• Virgin's Day (Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe)

  • Origin and Significance: Honoring the Virgin of Guadalupe, a revered figure in Nicaraguan Catholicism.
  • Date: December 12th.
  • Observance: Religious services, processions, and pilgrimages.

• Christmas Day

  • Origin and Significance: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
  • Date: December 25th.
  • Observance: Marked with family gatherings, festive meals, and religious ceremonies.

Site officiel de référence

• Government of Nicaragua Official Portal