Holiday Calendar
Venezuela Public Holidays 2026
Official national and public holidays for Venezuela in 2026.
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Corpus Christi
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14
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
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Jan 1, 2026
Thursday
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Día de Año Nuevo | New Year's Day | Public |
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Jan 6, 2026
Tuesday
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Día de Reyes | Epiphany | Bank |
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Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday
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Día de la Divina Pastora | Feast of the Divina Pastora | Observance |
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Jan 15, 2026
Thursday
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Día del Maestro | Teacher's Day | Observance |
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Feb 12, 2026
Thursday
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Día de la Juventud | Youth Day | Observance |
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Feb 16, 2026
Monday
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Carnaval | Carnival | Public |
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Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday
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Carnaval | Carnival | Public |
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Mar 8, 2026
Sunday
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Dia Internacional de la Mujer | International Women's Day | Observance |
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Mar 19, 2026
Thursday
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Día de San José | Saint Joseph's Day | Bank |
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Mar 21, 2026
Saturday
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Día del abolición de la esclavitud | Slavery Abolition Anniversary | Observance |
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Mar 31, 2026
Tuesday
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Aniversario del fundacion del San Cristóbal | Foundation anniversary Day of San Cristóbal, Táchira | Observance |
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Apr 19, 2026
Sunday
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Proclamación de la Independencia | Beginning of the Independence Movement | Public |
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May 1, 2026
Friday
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Día del Trabajador | Labour Day | Public |
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May 3, 2026
Sunday
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Día del Cruz del Mayo | Festival of the Crosses | Observance |
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May 10, 2026
Sunday
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Día de las Madres | Mother's Day | Observance |
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May 14, 2026
Thursday
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Día de la Ascención | Ascension Day | Bank |
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Jun 4, 2026
Thursday
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Corpus Christi | Corpus Christi | Bank |
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Jun 21, 2026
Sunday
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Día de los Padres | Father's Day | Observance |
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Jun 24, 2026
Wednesday
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Aniversario de la Batalla de Carabobo | Anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo | Public |
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Jun 27, 2026
Saturday
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Día del Periodista y aniversario de la instauración del Decreto de Instrucción pública gratuita y obligatoria | Journalists' Day | Observance |
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Jul 5, 2026
Sunday
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Cinco de julio | Independence Day | Public |
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Jul 19, 2026
Sunday
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Dia del niño | Children's Day | Observance |
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Jul 24, 2026
Friday
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Natalicio del Libertador Simón Bolívar | Simón Bolívar's Birthday | Public |
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Jul 25, 2026
Saturday
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Aniversario del fundacion del Caracas | Caracas City Foundation Day | Observance |
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Aug 3, 2026
Monday
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Día de la Bandera | Flag Day | Observance |
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Sep 8, 2026
Tuesday
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Día del Virgen del Valle | Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary | Observance |
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Sep 24, 2026
Thursday
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Día del Virgen de las Mercedes | Feast of the Our Lady of Mercy | Observance |
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Oct 12, 2026
Monday
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Día de la Resistencia Indígena | Day of Indigenous Resistance | Public |
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Nov 1, 2026
Sunday
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Día de Todos los Santos | All Saints' Day | Bank |
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Nov 2, 2026
Monday
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Día de los fieles difuntos | All Souls' Day | Observance |
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Dec 8, 2026
Tuesday
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La Inmaculada Concepción | Immaculate Conception Day | Bank |
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Dec 24, 2026
Thursday
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Nochebuena | Christmas Eve | Public |
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Dec 25, 2026
Friday
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Navidad | Christmas Day | Public |
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Dec 31, 2026
Thursday
|
Nochevieja | New Year's Eve | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Venezuela have in 2026?
Venezuela has 34 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Venezuela?
The next public holiday in Venezuela is Corpus Christi on June 4, 2026.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Venezuela?
Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Venezuela. ATMs remain accessible.
Do shops open on public holidays in Venezuela?
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 Venezuela.
Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Venezuela?
Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Venezuela in 2026.
Are public holidays paid days off in Venezuela?
In Venezuela, 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 Venezuela 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 Venezuela for 2026.
Do public holidays in Venezuela affect travel and transport?
Yes. On major public holidays in Venezuela, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.