Año Nuevo
1 Jan 2013New Year’s Day in Chile is a calm family holiday after midnight celebrations and fireworks. Many people rest at home or enjoy a quiet summer day by the coast.
Public Holidays in Chile 2013
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Weekday: 12Saturday: 3Sunday: 1
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Working Days: 249
Your Annual Leave
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Chile has both nationwide and regional public holidays. Some dates apply only in specific states or provinces. Please check the regional holidays carefully.
Public Holidays in Chile 2013
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Holiday List
- Jan1
Tuesday
JanMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Año NuevoPublic holidayNew Year's Day
Nationwide - Mar29
Friday
MarMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Viernes SantoPublic holidayGood Friday
NationwideTake Mar 28 off
Days off: Mar 28–314-day weekend - Mar30
Saturday
MarMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Sábado SantoPublic holidayWeekendHoly Saturday
NationwideTake Mar 28 off
Days off: Mar 28–314-day weekend - May1
Wednesday
MayMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031DÃa del TrabajoPublic holidayLabour Day
NationwideTake Apr 29, Apr 30, May 2, May 3 off
Days off: Apr 27–May 59-day weekend - May21
Tuesday
MayMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Take May 20 off
Days off: May 18–214-day weekend - Jun7
Friday
JunMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930Asalto y Toma del Morro de AricaPublic holidayBattle of Arica
RegionalObserved in Regions: APTake Jun 6 off
Days off: Jun 6–94-day weekend - Jun29
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JunMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930San Pedro y San PabloPublic holidayWeekendSaint Peter and Saint Paul
NationwideTake Jun 28 off
Days off: Jun 28–303-day weekend - Jul16
Tuesday
JulMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Virgen del CarmenPublic holidayOur Lady of Mount Carmel
NationwideTake Jul 15, Jul 17, Jul 18, Jul 19 off
Days off: Jul 13–219-day weekend - Aug15
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AugMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Asunción de la VirgenPublic holidayAssumption of Mary
NationwideTake Aug 12, Aug 13, Aug 14, Aug 16 off
Days off: Aug 10–189-day weekend - Sep18
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SepMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930Fiestas PatriasPublic holidayNational holiday
NationwideTake Sep 16, Sep 17, Sep 20 off
Days off: Sep 14–229-day weekend - Sep19
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SepMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930DÃa de las Glorias del EjércitoPublic holidayArmy Day
NationwideTake Sep 16, Sep 17, Sep 20 off
Days off: Sep 14–229-day weekend - Oct12
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OctMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031DÃa del Descubrimiento de Dos MundosPublic holidayWeekendColumbus Day
Nationwide - Oct31
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OctMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031DÃa Nacional de las Iglesias Evangélicas y ProtestantesPublic holidayReformation Day
NationwideTake Oct 30 off
Days off: Oct 30–Nov 35-day weekend - Nov1
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NovMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930DÃa de Todos los SantosPublic holidayAll Saints Day
NationwideTake Oct 30 off
Days off: Oct 30–Nov 35-day weekend - Dec8
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DecMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Inmaculada ConcepciónPublic holidayWeekendImmaculate Conception
Nationwide - Dec25
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DecMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Navidad / Natividad del SeñorPublic holidayChristmas Day
Nationwide
Public Holidays in Chile
Viernes Santo
29 Mar 2013Good Friday is observed with church services and a reflective mood. Seafood meals are common, and many families keep traditions of quiet time.
Sábado Santo
30 Mar 2013Holy Saturday is a solemn day leading into Easter Sunday. It is generally quiet, with families preparing for Easter celebrations.
DÃa del Trabajo
1 May 2013Labour Day is a nationwide holiday marked by family gatherings, outings, and public events that honor workers and labor history.
DÃa de las Glorias Navales
21 May 2013Navy Day commemorates the naval battles of Iquique and Punta Gruesa. Ceremonies and parades highlight Chile’s maritime heritage, especially in coastal cities like ValparaÃso.
Asalto y Toma del Morro de Arica
7 Jun 2013This is a public holiday in Chile.
San Pedro y San Pablo
29 Jun 2013Saint Peter and Saint Paul is a Catholic feast day. Fishing communities often hold religious processions and blessings of the sea.
Virgen del Carmen
16 Jul 2013Our Lady of Mount Carmel is Chile’s patroness. The day is marked by Masses and religious ceremonies, reflecting strong Catholic traditions.
Asunción de la Virgen
15 Aug 2013Assumption Day is a major Catholic holiday with church services and family gatherings, often coinciding with winter school breaks.
Fiestas Patrias
18 Sep 2013Independence Day is the centerpiece of Chile’s Fiestas Patrias. Expect cueca dancing, rodeos, asados, and festive ramadas throughout the country.
DÃa de las Glorias del Ejército
19 Sep 2013Army Day honors Chile’s armed forces. Military parades and official ceremonies, including the Great Military Parade in Santiago, are the day’s highlights.
DÃa del Descubrimiento de Dos Mundos
12 Oct 2013The Meeting of Two Worlds commemorates the encounter between Indigenous peoples and Europeans. It is a day of reflection on cultural identity and history.
DÃa Nacional de las Iglesias Evangélicas y Protestantes
31 Oct 2013Reformation Day recognizes Chile’s evangelical churches. Religious services and community gatherings are held nationwide.
DÃa de Todos los Santos
1 Nov 2013All Saints’ Day is a time for families to visit cemeteries and remember loved ones. The mood is quiet and reflective.
Inmaculada Concepción
8 Dec 2013The Immaculate Conception is a major Catholic feast with Masses and family traditions. It also signals the start of the Christmas season.
Navidad / Natividad del Señor
25 Dec 2013Christmas Day in Chile is celebrated in summer with family meals, beach outings, and festive gatherings following Christmas Eve celebrations.