Public holidays

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13 public holidays observed in Panama during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 11 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

13

Long weekends

11

School breaks

4

Next holiday

In 150 days

All 2026 holidays

13 total
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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan9

    Martyrs' Day

    Friday

February 2026

  1. Feb17
    Carnival Tuesday

    Tuesday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

November 2026

  1. Nov3

    Separation Day

    Tuesday

  2. Nov4

    Flag Day

    Wednesday

  3. Nov5

    Colón Day

    Thursday

  4. Nov10

    First Cry of Independence

    Tuesday

  5. Nov28

    Independence from Spain

    Saturday · Weekend

December 2026

  1. Dec8

    Mother's Day

    Tuesday

  2. Dec20

    National Mourning Day

    Sunday · Weekend

  3. 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

Martyrs' Day

Jan 9 – 11

3days off
Fri9★
Sat10·
Sun11·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Carnival Tuesday

Feb 14 – 17

4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16↓ off
Tue17★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 5

3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Separation Day

Oct 31 – Nov 5

6days off
Sat31·
Sun1·
Mon2↓ off
Tue3★
Wed4★
Thu5★

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

Separation Day

Nov 3 – 5

3days off
Tue3★
Wed4★
Thu5★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Separation Day

Nov 3 – 8

6days off
Tue3★
Wed4★
Thu5★
Fri6↓ off
Sat7·
Sun8·

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

First Cry of Independence

Nov 7 – 10

4days off
Sat7·
Sun8·
Mon9↓ off
Tue10★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Mother's Day

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.

Dec22

Summer Holidays

Dec 22 – Feb 27 · 68 days

Jun1–5

First Recess

Jun 1–5 · 5 days

Sep7–11

Second Recess

Sep 7–11 · 5 days

Dec12

Summer Holidays

Dec 12 – Feb 26 · 77 days

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Panama in 2026?
Panama observes 13 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Martyrs' Day (January 9, 2026), Carnival Tuesday (February 17, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Labour Day (May 1, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Panama have in 2026?
Panama observes 13 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Panama 2026?
New Year's Day in Panama falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Martyrs' Day in Panama 2026?
Martyrs' Day in Panama falls on January 9, 2026.
When is Carnival Tuesday in Panama 2026?
Carnival Tuesday in Panama falls on February 17, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Panama 2026?
Good Friday in Panama falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Panama 2026?
Labour Day in Panama falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Separation Day in Panama 2026?
Separation Day in Panama falls on November 3, 2026.
When is Flag Day in Panama 2026?
Flag Day in Panama falls on November 4, 2026.
When is Colón Day in Panama 2026?
Colón Day in Panama falls on November 5, 2026.
When is First Cry of Independence in Panama 2026?
First Cry of Independence in Panama falls on November 10, 2026.
When is Independence from Spain in Panama 2026?
Independence from Spain in Panama falls on November 28, 2026.
When is Mother's Day in Panama 2026?
Mother's Day in Panama falls on December 8, 2026.
When is National Mourning Day in Panama 2026?
National Mourning Day in Panama falls on December 20, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Panama 2026?
Christmas Day in Panama falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Panama?
Most public holidays in Panama 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 Panama?
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 Panama?
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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