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 Brazil 2026
8Long weekends
3Bridge days
36Total days off
3Vacation days to take
Take 3 vacation days this year and enjoy 36 days off in total.
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.
Tiradentes Day
Apr 18 – 21
4days off
Sat18·
Sun19·
Mon20↓ off
Tue21★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Corpus Christi
Jun 4 – 7
4days off
Thu4★
Fri5↓ off
Sat6·
Sun7·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Independence Day
Sep 5 – 7
3days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Our Lady of Aparecida
Oct 10 – 12
3days off
Sat10·
Sun11·
Mon12★
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.
Black Awareness Day
Nov 20 – 22
3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·
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 Brazil?
A long weekend in Brazil 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 Brazil in 2026?
In 2026, Brazil has 11 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Brazil in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Brazil depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.