Public holidays

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12 public holidays observed in Dominican Republic during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 10 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

12

Long weekends

10

School breaks

4

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In 70 days

All 2026 holidays

12 total
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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan5
    Epiphany

    Monday

  3. Jan21

    Our Lady of Altagracia

    Wednesday

  4. Jan26

    Duarte Birthday

    Monday

February 2026

  1. Feb27

    Independence Day

    Friday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

May 2026

  1. May4
    Labour Day

    Monday

June 2026

  1. Jun4
    Corpus Christi

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug16

    Restoration Day

    Sunday · Weekend

September 2026

  1. Sep24

    Our Lady of Mercedes

    Thursday

November 2026

  1. Nov9

    Constitution Day

    Monday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 5

5days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Epiphany

Jan 3 – 5

3days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Duarte Birthday

Jan 24 – 26

3days off
Sat24·
Sun25·
Mon26★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Independence Day

Feb 27 – Mar 1

3days off
Fri27★
Sat28·
Sun1·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 5

3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 2 – 4

3days off
Sat2·
Sun3·
Mon4★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Corpus Christi

Jun 4 – 7

4days off
Thu4★
Fri5↓ off
Sat6·
Sun7·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Our Lady of Mercedes

Sep 24 – 27

4days off
Thu24★
Fri25↓ off
Sat26·
Sun27·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Constitution Day

Nov 7 – 9

3days off
Sat7·
Sun8·
Mon9★

Falls naturally on a 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.

Dec19

Christmas Break

Dec 19 – Jan 6 · 19 days

Mar30

Semana Santa (Holy Week)

Mar 30 – Apr 3 · 5 days

Jun20

Summer Holidays

Jun 20 – Aug 23 · 65 days

Dec18

Christmas Break

Dec 18 – Jan 5 · 19 days

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Important public holiday information · Dominican Republic

General information

  • •Under Law 139-97, four holidays (Epiphany, Duarte's Birthday, Labour Day, Constitution Day) are shifted to the nearest Monday.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Dominican Republic in 2026?
Dominican Republic observes 12 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Epiphany (January 5, 2026), Our Lady of Altagracia (January 21, 2026), Duarte Birthday (January 26, 2026), Independence Day (February 27, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Dominican Republic have in 2026?
Dominican Republic observes 12 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
New Year's Day in Dominican Republic falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Epiphany in Dominican Republic 2026?
Epiphany in Dominican Republic falls on January 5, 2026.
When is Our Lady of Altagracia in Dominican Republic 2026?
Our Lady of Altagracia in Dominican Republic falls on January 21, 2026.
When is Duarte Birthday in Dominican Republic 2026?
Duarte Birthday in Dominican Republic falls on January 26, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
Independence Day in Dominican Republic falls on February 27, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Dominican Republic 2026?
Good Friday in Dominican Republic falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
Labour Day in Dominican Republic falls on May 4, 2026.
When is Corpus Christi in Dominican Republic 2026?
Corpus Christi in Dominican Republic falls on June 4, 2026.
When is Restoration Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
Restoration Day in Dominican Republic falls on August 16, 2026.
When is Our Lady of Mercedes in Dominican Republic 2026?
Our Lady of Mercedes in Dominican Republic falls on September 24, 2026.
When is Constitution Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
Constitution Day in Dominican Republic falls on November 9, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Dominican Republic 2026?
Christmas Day in Dominican Republic falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Dominican Republic?
Most public holidays in Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic?
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 Dominican Republic?
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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