New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in La Paz, Bolivia 2026
9Long weekends
2Bridge days
35Total days off
2Vacation days to take
Take 2 vacation days this year and enjoy 35 days off in total.
Plurinational State Day
Jan 23 – 25
3days off
Fri23★
Sat24·
Sun25·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Carnival
Feb 14 – 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16★
Tue17↓ off
4-day holiday period.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 5
3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Corpus Christi Holiday
Jun 5 – 7
3days off
Fri5★
Sat6·
Sun7·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Aymara New Year
Jun 20 – 22
3days off
Sat20·
Sun21·
Mon22★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
La Paz Civic Day
Jul 16 – 19
4days off
Thu16★
Fri17↓ off
Sat18·
Sun19·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Independence Day Holiday
Aug 7 – 9
3days off
Fri7★
Sat8·
Sun9·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
All Souls' Day
Oct 31 – Nov 2
3days off
Sat31·
Sun1·
Mon2★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Bolivia?
A long weekend in Bolivia occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Bolivia in 2026?
In 2026, Bolivia has 11 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Bolivia in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Bolivia depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.