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

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Long weekends

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School breaks

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan6
    Epiphany

    Tuesday

February 2026

  1. Feb16
    Carnival Monday

    Monday

  2. Feb17
    Carnival Tuesday

    Tuesday

March 2026

  1. Mar30

    Tourism Monday

    Monday

  2. Mar31

    Tourism Tuesday

    Tuesday

April 2026

  1. Apr1

    Tourism Wednesday

    Wednesday

  2. Apr2
    Maundy Thursday

    Thursday

  3. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

  4. Apr19

    Landing of the 33 Patriots

    Sunday · Weekend

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May18

    Battle of Las Piedras

    Monday

June 2026

  1. Jun19

    Artigas Birthday

    Friday

July 2026

  1. Jul18

    Constitution Day

    Saturday · Weekend

August 2026

  1. Aug25

    Independence Day

    Tuesday

October 2026

  1. Oct12

    Cultural Diversity Day

    Monday

November 2026

  1. Nov2
    All Souls' 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 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Epiphany

Jan 3 – 6

4days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5↓ off
Tue6★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Carnival

Feb 14 – 17

4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16★
Tue17★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Tourism Week

Mar 28 – Apr 5

9days off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Mon30★
Tue31★
Wed1★
Thu2★
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Battle of Las Piedras

May 16 – 18

3days off
Sat16·
Sun17·
Mon18★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Artigas Birthday

Jun 19 – 21

3days off
Fri19★
Sat20·
Sun21·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Independence Day

Aug 22 – 25

4days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24↓ off
Tue25★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Cultural Diversity Day

Oct 10 – 12

3days off
Sat10·
Sun11·
Mon12★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

All Souls' Day

Oct 31 – Nov 2

3days off
Sat31·
Sun1·
Mon2★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Mar30

Tourism Week

Mar 30 – Apr 3 · 5 days

Jun29

Winter Break

Jun 29 – Jul 3 · 5 days

Sep21–25

Spring Break

Sep 21–25 · 5 days

Dec19

Summer Holidays

Dec 19 – Mar 1 · 73 days

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Important public holiday information · Uruguay

General information

  • •Non-working holidays (feriados no laborables) are mandatory days off for all workers.
  • •Working holidays (feriados laborables) may require attendance at the employer's discretion, with premium pay.
  • •Moveable holidays shift to the nearest Monday under Ley 16.805: Tue/Wed move to the preceding Monday, Thu/Fri to the following Monday.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Uruguay in 2026?
Uruguay observes 18 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Epiphany (January 6, 2026), Carnival Monday (February 16, 2026), Carnival Tuesday (February 17, 2026), Tourism Monday (March 30, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Uruguay have in 2026?
Uruguay observes 18 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Uruguay 2026?
New Year's Day in Uruguay falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Epiphany in Uruguay 2026?
Epiphany in Uruguay falls on January 6, 2026.
When is Carnival Monday in Uruguay 2026?
Carnival Monday in Uruguay falls on February 16, 2026.
When is Carnival Tuesday in Uruguay 2026?
Carnival Tuesday in Uruguay falls on February 17, 2026.
When is Tourism Monday in Uruguay 2026?
Tourism Monday in Uruguay falls on March 30, 2026.
When is Tourism Tuesday in Uruguay 2026?
Tourism Tuesday in Uruguay falls on March 31, 2026.
When is Tourism Wednesday in Uruguay 2026?
Tourism Wednesday in Uruguay falls on April 1, 2026.
When is Maundy Thursday in Uruguay 2026?
Maundy Thursday in Uruguay falls on April 2, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Uruguay 2026?
Good Friday in Uruguay falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Landing of the 33 Patriots in Uruguay 2026?
Landing of the 33 Patriots in Uruguay falls on April 19, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Uruguay 2026?
Labour Day in Uruguay falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Battle of Las Piedras in Uruguay 2026?
Battle of Las Piedras in Uruguay falls on May 18, 2026.
When is Artigas Birthday in Uruguay 2026?
Artigas Birthday in Uruguay falls on June 19, 2026.
When is Constitution Day in Uruguay 2026?
Constitution Day in Uruguay falls on July 18, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Uruguay 2026?
Independence Day in Uruguay falls on August 25, 2026.
When is Cultural Diversity Day in Uruguay 2026?
Cultural Diversity Day in Uruguay falls on October 12, 2026.
When is All Souls' Day in Uruguay 2026?
All Souls' Day in Uruguay falls on November 2, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Uruguay 2026?
Christmas Day in Uruguay falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Uruguay?
Most public holidays in Uruguay 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 Uruguay?
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 Uruguay?
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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