Public Holidays in El Salvador
Upcoming Holidays
- Mar8
Día de la Mujer
In 30 daysObservance - Apr2
Maundy Thursday
In 55 daysPublic - Apr3
Good Friday
In 56 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayObservance
- 16FriFirma de los Acuerdos de PazObservance
March(1 holiday)
- 8SunDía de la MujerObservance
April(4 holidays)
- 2ThuMaundy ThursdayPublic
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 4SatEaster SaturdayPublic
- 5SunEaster SundayObservance
May(3 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 7ThuSoldier's DayObservance
- 10SunMother's DayOptional
June(2 holidays)
- 17WedFather's DayObservance
- 22MonDía del MaestroOptional
August(1 holiday)
- 6ThuCelebración del Divino Salvador del MundoPublic
September(1 holiday)
- 15TueIndependence DayPublic
November(1 holiday)
- 2MonAll Souls' DayPublic
December(1 holiday)
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in El Salvador
Public holidays in El Salvador. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with El Salvador Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 8 public holidays in El Salvador with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.