Holiday Calendar
Guanacaste Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for Costa Rica applicable to Guanacaste.
Total Holidays
11
Next Holiday
Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica
Days Until Next
74
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
Año Nuevo | New Year's Day | Public |
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday |
Jueves Santo | Maundy Thursday | Public |
Apr 3, 2026 Friday |
Viernes Santo | Good Friday | Public |
Apr 11, 2026 Saturday |
Día de Juan Santamaría | Juan Santamaría Day | Public |
May 1, 2026 Friday |
Día Internacional del Trabajo | Labour Day | Public |
Jul 25, 2026 Saturday |
Anexión del Partido de Nicoya a Costa Rica | Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica | Public |
Aug 2, 2026 Sunday |
Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles | Feast of Our Lady of the Angels | Public |
Aug 15, 2026 Saturday |
Día de la Madre | Mother's Day | Public |
Sep 15, 2026 Tuesday |
Día de la Independencia | Independence Day | Public |
Dec 1, 2026 Tuesday |
Día de la Abolición del Ejército | Army Abolition Day | Public |
Dec 25, 2026 Friday |
Navidad | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Guanacaste have in 2026?
Guanacaste follows the national holiday calendar of Costa Rica, which has 11 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Guanacaste?
The next public holiday applicable to Guanacaste is Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica on July 25, 2026.
Are national holidays in Costa Rica observed in Guanacaste?
Yes. All national public holidays of Costa Rica are observed in Guanacaste. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Guanacaste?
Yes, banks and government offices in Guanacaste are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Guanacaste?
New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Costa Rica, and is therefore observed in Guanacaste.
Do schools close on public holidays in Guanacaste?
Yes, schools in Guanacaste are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by Costa Rica.
What currency is used in Guanacaste?
The official currency of Guanacaste is the same as Costa Rica: Costa Rican colón.
What is the weather like in Guanacaste?
Check the current 3-day weather forecast for Guanacaste on our Weather page.