New Year's Day
Jan 1 â 4
4days off
Thu1â
Fri2â off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in O'Higgins, Chile 2026
6Long weekends
4Bridge days
34Total days off
4Vacation days to take
Take 4 vacation days this year and enjoy 34 days off in total.
Good Friday
Apr 3 â 5
3days off
Fri3â
Sat4â
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 â 3
3days off
Fri1â
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Navy Day
May 21 â 24
4days off
Thu21â
Fri22â off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
St Peter and St Paul
Jun 27 â 29
3days off
Sat27·
Sun28·
Mon29â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Jul 16 â 19
4days off
Thu16â
Fri17â off
Sat18·
Sun19·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Independence Day
Sep 18 â 20
3days off
Fri18â
Sat19â
Sun20·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Day of Discovery of Two Worlds
Oct 10 â 12
3days off
Sat10·
Sun11·
Mon12â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Immaculate Conception
Dec 5 â 8
4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7â off
Tue8â
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Christmas Day
Dec 25 â 27
3days off
Fri25â
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Chile?
A long weekend in Chile 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 Chile in 2026?
In 2026, Chile has 10 vacation extension opportunities â a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Chile in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Chile depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.