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16 public holidays observed in Formosa during 2026. 12 school breaks shape travel demand. 13 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

16

Long weekends

13

School breaks

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

February 2026

  1. Feb16
    Carnival Monday

    Monday

  2. Feb17
    Carnival Tuesday

    Tuesday

March 2026

  1. Mar24

    Day of Memory for Truth and Justice

    Tuesday

April 2026

  1. Apr2
    Veterans Day

    Thursday

  2. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May25

    May Revolution Day

    Monday

June 2026

  1. Jun15

    Death of General Güemes

    Monday

  2. Jun20

    Flag Day

    Saturday · Weekend

July 2026

  1. Jul9

    Independence Day

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug17

    Death of General San Martín

    Monday

October 2026

  1. Oct12

    Respect for Cultural Diversity Day

    Monday

November 2026

  1. Nov23

    National Sovereignty Day

    Monday

December 2026

  1. Dec8
    Immaculate Conception

    Tuesday

  2. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Carnival

Feb 14 – 17

4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16★
Tue17★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Day of Memory for Truth and Justice

Mar 21 – 24

4days off
Sat21·
Sun22·
Mon23↓ off
Tue24★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Veterans Day

Apr 2 – 5

4days off
Thu2★
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

May Revolution Day

May 23 – 25

3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Death of General Güemes

Jun 13 – 15

3days off
Sat13·
Sun14·
Mon15★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Independence Day

Jul 9 – 12

4days off
Thu9★
Fri10↓ off
Sat11·
Sun12·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Death of General San Martín

Aug 15 – 17

3days off
Sat15·
Sun16·
Mon17★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Respect for Cultural Diversity Day

Oct 10 – 12

3days off
Sat10·
Sun11·
Mon12★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

National Sovereignty Day

Nov 21 – 23

3days off
Sat21·
Sun22·
Mon23★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Immaculate Conception

Dec 5 – 8

4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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Plan your next long weekend

Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Dec20

Summer Holidays

Dec 20 – Mar 1 · 72 days · A

Dec20

Summer Holidays

Dec 20 – Feb 24 · 67 days · C

Dec20

Summer Holidays

Dec 20 – Feb 22 · 65 days · D

Dec20

Summer Holidays

Dec 20 – Feb 17 · 60 days · G

Dec20

Summer Holidays

Dec 20 – Feb 23 · 66 days · V

Jul6–17

Winter Holidays

Jul 6–17 · 12 days · D

Jul13–24

Winter Holidays

Jul 13–24 · 12 days · A

Jul20–31

Winter Holidays

Jul 20–31 · 12 days · B

Dec18

Summer Holidays

Dec 18 – Mar 1 · 74 days · P

Dec19

Summer Holidays

Dec 19 – Mar 1 · 73 days · A

Dec23

Summer Holidays

Dec 23 – Mar 1 · 69 days · B

Dec24

Summer Holidays

Dec 24 – Mar 1 · 68 days · L

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Important public holiday information · Argentina

General information

  • •Four holidays are 'trasladables' (moveable) — shifted to the nearest Monday by annual presidential decree under Law 27,399: General Güemes Day (June 17), General San Martín Day (August 17), Respect for Cultural Diversity Day (October 12), and National Sovereignty Day (November 20).
  • •Argentina's labour unions occasionally call 'paros' (general strikes) which result in additional non-working days. These are not official public holidays and are not listed here.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Formosa in 2026?
Formosa observes 16 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Carnival Monday (February 16, 2026), Carnival Tuesday (February 17, 2026), Day of Memory for Truth and Justice (March 24, 2026), Veterans Day (April 2, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Formosa have in 2026?
Formosa observes 16 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Formosa 2026?
New Year's Day in Formosa falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Carnival Monday in Formosa 2026?
Carnival Monday in Formosa falls on February 16, 2026.
When is Carnival Tuesday in Formosa 2026?
Carnival Tuesday in Formosa falls on February 17, 2026.
When is Day of Memory for Truth and Justice in Formosa 2026?
Day of Memory for Truth and Justice in Formosa falls on March 24, 2026.
When is Veterans Day in Formosa 2026?
Veterans Day in Formosa falls on April 2, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Formosa 2026?
Good Friday in Formosa falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Formosa 2026?
Labour Day in Formosa falls on May 1, 2026.
When is May Revolution Day in Formosa 2026?
May Revolution Day in Formosa falls on May 25, 2026.
When is Death of General Güemes in Formosa 2026?
Death of General Güemes in Formosa falls on June 15, 2026.
When is Flag Day in Formosa 2026?
Flag Day in Formosa falls on June 20, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Formosa 2026?
Independence Day in Formosa falls on July 9, 2026.
When is Death of General San Martín in Formosa 2026?
Death of General San Martín in Formosa falls on August 17, 2026.
When is Respect for Cultural Diversity Day in Formosa 2026?
Respect for Cultural Diversity Day in Formosa falls on October 12, 2026.
When is National Sovereignty Day in Formosa 2026?
National Sovereignty Day in Formosa falls on November 23, 2026.
When is Immaculate Conception in Formosa 2026?
Immaculate Conception in Formosa falls on December 8, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Formosa 2026?
Christmas Day in Formosa falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Formosa?
Most public holidays in Formosa are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Formosa?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Formosa?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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