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Public Holidays in Mexico 2026

Total Public Holidays

7

Weekday: 7Saturday: 0Sunday: 0

Weekends Off

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Working Days: 254

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Mexico has official public holidays (mandatory days off) and widely observed cultural or religious days that may not be official days off. Observed dates can vary by employer, school, or region.

Public Holidays in Mexico 2026

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Key Planning Insights for 2026

Mandatory Public Holidays: Mexico’s mandatory public holidays (feriados obligatorios) are set by the Federal Labor Law. Employees are entitled to a paid day off, and if required to work, they must receive triple pay.

Long Weekends (Puentes): Mexico moves several mandatory holidays to the nearest Monday. In 2026, the observed dates are Feb 2 (Constitution Day), Mar 16 (Benito Juárez’s Birthday), and Nov 16 (Revolution Day).

Bank Holidays: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Day of the Dead are widely observed but are not mandatory federal holidays. Banks, schools, and many government offices close, while most private businesses remain open.

Presidential Inauguration Holiday: The mandatory inauguration holiday moved from Dec 1 to Oct 1 under recent reforms. It does not occur in 2026; the next one is Oct 1, 2030.

Regional Observances: May 5 (Cinco de Mayo) is an official holiday for schools and some government workers, but it is not a mandatory rest day for the private sector.

December 12: The Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe is a major religious observance and a bank holiday, but it is not a mandatory federal rest day.

Holiday List

  • Jan
    1

    Thursday

    Año NuevoPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)

    New Year's Day

    Nationwide
  • Feb
    2

    Monday

    Día de la ConstituciónPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)Observed (moved)

    Observed on 2026-02-02 (official date: 2026-02-05).

    Constitution Day

    Nationwide
  • Mar
    16

    Monday

    Natalicio de Benito JuárezPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)Observed (moved)

    Observed on 2026-03-16 (official date: 2026-03-21).

    Benito Juárez's birthday

    Nationwide
  • Apr
    2

    Thursday

    Jueves SantoNational observanceBank holiday

    Maundy Thursday

    Nationwide
  • Apr
    3

    Friday

    Viernes SantoNational observanceBank holiday

    Good Friday

    Nationwide
  • May
    1

    Friday

    Día del TrabajoPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)

    Labour Day

    Nationwide
  • Sep
    16

    Wednesday

    Día de la IndependenciaPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)

    Independence Day

    Nationwide
  • Nov
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    Día de los MuertosNational observanceBank holiday

    Day of the Dead

    Nationwide
  • Nov
    16

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    Día de la RevoluciónPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)Observed (moved)

    Observed on 2026-11-16 (official date: 2026-11-20).

    Revolution Day

    Nationwide
  • Dec
    12

    Saturday

    Día de la Virgen de GuadalupeNational observanceBank holidayWeekend

    Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe

    Nationwide
  • Dec
    25

    Friday

    NavidadPublic holidayMandatory (Federal Law)

    Christmas Day

    Nationwide

Public Holidays in Mexico

Año Nuevo

1 Jan 2026

Año Nuevo in Mexico marks the start of the new year with family gatherings, fireworks, and traditional midnight celebrations. Many people share a festive meal, exchange greetings, and follow popular customs for good luck like eating 12 grapes at midnight. It is a nationwide public holiday and a calm reset after the holiday season.

Día de la Constitución

2 Feb 2026

Constitution Day honors Mexico's 1917 Constitution, a landmark document that shaped modern Mexico's rights, institutions, and social reforms. The holiday is observed on the first Monday of February to create a long weekend, making it a popular time for travel and local events. It is an official nationwide day off.

Natalicio de Benito Juárez

16 Mar 2026

This holiday celebrates Benito Juárez, one of Mexico's most influential presidents and a symbol of civic reform and national sovereignty. Observed on the third Monday of March, it often creates a long weekend. Schools and institutions may highlight Juárez's legacy of law, equality, and national modernization.

Jueves Santo

2 Apr 2026

Jueves Santo is part of Semana Santa and is widely observed across Mexico through church services, processions, and family traditions. While not an official nationwide public holiday, many schools and some workplaces may reduce hours or close. In many towns, the week is marked by cultural events and religious ceremonies.

Viernes Santo

3 Apr 2026

Good Friday is one of the most significant days of Semana Santa, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus. In Mexico, it is commonly observed with processions, reenactments, and church services, especially in cities known for Holy Week traditions. It is not a statutory public holiday nationwide, but closures are common in practice.

Día del Trabajo

1 May 2026

Labour Day recognizes workers' rights and the history of labor movements in Mexico and worldwide. Many cities host marches and public events, and it is a nationwide public holiday with official time off. It also marks the transition into spring and early summer routines for many families.

Día de la Independencia

16 Sep 2026

Mexico's Independence Day commemorates the start of the independence movement in 1810. Celebrations peak on the night of September 15 with El Grito, when crowds gather in plazas to reenact the famous call for independence, followed by fireworks, music, and traditional food. September 16 is the official nationwide holiday.

Día de los Muertos

2 Nov 2026

Día de los Muertos is one of Mexico's most iconic cultural traditions, dedicated to remembering and celebrating loved ones who have passed away. Families create ofrendas with photos, marigolds, candles, and favorite foods, and many communities hold parades or cemetery vigils. It is widely observed nationwide but is not an official public holiday, so time off depends on local practices, schools, and employers.

Día de la Revolución

16 Nov 2026

Revolution Day honors the Mexican Revolution that began in 1910 and reshaped the country's political and social landscape. Observed on the third Monday of November, it often becomes a long weekend. Schools and cultural institutions may highlight the era's history, leaders, and lasting reforms.

Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe

12 Dec 2026

The Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe honors Mexico's patron saint and is one of the country's most important religious observances. Pilgrims travel to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, and many communities hold masses and processions. It is widely observed and a bank holiday, but not a mandatory nationwide day off for the private sector.

Navidad

25 Dec 2026

Christmas Day in Mexico is a family focused celebration following the festive season of posadas and Christmas Eve gatherings. Many families share a traditional meal, attend church, and spend the day together at home. December 25 is an official nationwide public holiday, so most businesses and schools close.

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Jan 1 - Jan 4

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Jan 30 - Feb 3

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Apr 30 - May 4

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Jun 5 - Jun 8

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Sep 12 - Sep 20

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Oct 31 - Nov 3

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Nov 14 - Nov 17

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Dec 11 - Dec 13

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Dec 31 - Jan 3

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