El Salvador

El Salvador : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in El Salvador

El Salvador celebrates a variety of public holidays that reflect its rich culture, history, and religious traditions. These holidays are occasions for family gatherings, festivities, and national pride, often marked by official ceremonies, traditional foods, and community events.

• New Year's Day
  Marks the beginning of the calendar year on January 1st. It is typically celebrated with fireworks, family gatherings, and public festivities. Government offices and most businesses close for the day.

• Maundy Thursday
  Observed during Holy Week, this day commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples. Many Salvadorans attend church services and participate in processions. The date varies each year based on the Easter calendar.

• Good Friday
  A solemn day remembering the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, observed with religious ceremonies and processions. It is a public holiday with closures of schools and government offices. The date changes annually.

• Holy Saturday
  The day before Easter Sunday, marked by religious observances and preparation for Easter celebrations. Salvadorans often attend evening vigils. The date changes annually.

• Labor Day
  Celebrated on May 1st, this day honors workers and their contributions. It often includes parades, demonstrations, and recognition of labor rights.

• Mother's Day
  A day to honor mothers, celebrated on May 10th. It is common for families to give gifts, flowers, and spend quality time together.

• Father's Day
  Celebrated on the second Sunday of June, this day honors fathers with gifts, family meals, and various expressions of gratitude.

• Celebrations of San Salvador
  This festival honors the city's patron saint, the Divine Savior of the World. It includes religious ceremonies, cultural events, and public festivities, typically held in early August.

• Independence Day
  Celebrated on September 15th, this holiday marks El Salvador's independence from Spain in 1821. Festivities include parades, patriotic speeches, fireworks, and cultural performances.

• All Souls' Day
  Observed on November 2nd, this day is dedicated to remembering deceased loved ones. Families visit cemeteries and churches, offering prayers and flowers.

• Christmas Day
  Celebrated on December 25th, Christmas in El Salvador is a major festive occasion with religious services, family gatherings, gift exchanges, and traditional foods.

Site officiel de référence

• Presidencia de la República de El Salvador - Holidays and Celebrations