Holiday Calendar

Mexico Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Mexico?

The next public holiday in Mexico is Independence Day on September 16, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Mexico?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Mexico in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Mexico in 2026.

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Total Holidays

Next Holiday

Independence Day

Days Until Next

118

Year

2026

Upcoming Holiday

Independence Day

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

In 118 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Año Nuevo	New Year's Day	Public
Feb 2, 2026 Monday	Día de la Constitución	Constitution Day	Public
Mar 16, 2026 Monday	Natalicio de Benito Juárez	Benito Juárez's birthday	Public
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday	Jueves Santo	Maundy Thursday	Bank, School, Authorities
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Viernes Santo	Good Friday	Bank, School, Authorities
May 1, 2026 Friday	Día del Trabajo	Labour Day	Public
Sep 16, 2026 Wednesday	Día de la Independencia	Independence Day	Public
Nov 16, 2026 Monday	Día de la Revolución	Revolution Day	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Navidad	Christmas Day	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Mexico have in 2026?

Mexico has 9 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Mexico?

The next public holiday in Mexico is Independence Day on September 16, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Mexico?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Mexico. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Mexico?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Mexico.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Mexico?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Mexico in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Mexico?

In Mexico, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Mexico in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Mexico for 2026.

Do public holidays in Mexico affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Mexico, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.