Costa Rica

Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Costa Rica : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

YearDateHoliday
2025Wednesday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2025Friday 11 AprilJuan Santamaría Day
2025Thursday 17 AprilMaundy Thursday
2025Friday 18 AprilGood Friday
2025Thursday 1 MayInternational Labor Day
2025Friday 25 JulyAnnexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica
2025Friday 15 AugustMother's Day
2025Monday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2025Thursday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2026Thursday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2026Thursday 2 AprilMaundy Thursday
2026Friday 3 AprilGood Friday
2026Saturday 11 AprilJuan Santamaría Day
2026Friday 1 MayInternational Labor Day
2026Saturday 25 JulyAnnexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica
2026Saturday 15 AugustMother's Day
2026Tuesday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2026Friday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2027Friday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2027Thursday 25 MarchMaundy Thursday
2027Friday 26 MarchGood Friday
2027Sunday 11 AprilJuan Santamaría Day
2027Saturday 1 MayInternational Labor Day
2027Sunday 25 JulyAnnexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica
2027Sunday 15 AugustMother's Day
2027Wednesday 15 SeptemberIndependence Day
2027Saturday 25 DecemberChristmas Day

Costa Rica

Public Holidays in Costa Rica

Costa Rica celebrates several public holidays throughout the year, reflecting its rich history, culture, and traditions. These holidays offer opportunities for citizens to honor national heroes, significant historical events, and cultural values, often marked by ceremonies, parades, family gatherings, and religious observances.

  • New Year's Day

    • Date: January 1
    • Significance: Marks the beginning of the new year.
    • Observance: A day of celebration often with family gatherings, fireworks, and parties.

  • Juan Santamaría Day

    • Date: April 11
    • Significance: Commemorates national hero Juan Santamaría, who played a key role in the Battle of Rivas during the Filibuster War.
    • Observance: Military parades and ceremonies honoring Santamaría's bravery.

  • Maundy Thursday

    • Date: Variable (Thursday before Easter Sunday)
    • Significance: Christian holy day commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples.
    • Observance: Religious services and reflection; a public holiday for rest and family time.

  • Good Friday

    • Date: Variable (Friday before Easter Sunday)
    • Significance: Marks the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ.
    • Observance: Solemn religious observances with processions and church services; a quiet day.

  • International Labor Day

    • Date: May 1
    • Significance: Celebrates workers and labor rights worldwide.
    • Observance: Parades, speeches, and demonstrations promoting labor rights and social justice.

  • Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica

    • Date: July 25
    • Significance: Celebrates the peaceful annexation of the Nicoya Peninsula from Nicaragua in 1824.
    • Observance: Civic ceremonies and cultural events highlighting regional pride.

  • Mother's Day

    • Date: August 15
    • Significance: Honors mothers and motherhood.
    • Observance: Family gatherings, gift-giving, and special recognition for mothers.

  • Independence Day

    • Date: September 15
    • Significance: Celebrates Costa Rica's independence from Spain in 1821.
    • Observance: Parades, traditional dances, patriotic ceremonies, and fireworks.

  • Christmas Day

    • Date: December 25
    • Significance: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
    • Observance: Religious services, family reunions, festive meals, and gift exchanges.

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