Año Nuevo
1 Jan 2042New Year’s Day in Ecuador is a relaxed family holiday after vibrant celebrations on New Year’s Eve, including the traditional burning of ‘años viejos’ effigies.
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Año NuevoPublic holidayNationwide
Take Jan 2nd–3rd off
Days off: Jan 1–Jan 55-day weekend
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Weekday: 8Saturday: 1Sunday: 2
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Working Days: 253
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Holiday List
- Jan1
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JanMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Año NuevoPublic holidayNew Year's Day
NationwideTake Jan 2–Jan 3 off
Days off: Jan 1–55-day weekend - Feb17
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FebMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728CarnavalPublic holidayCarnival
NationwideTake Feb 14, Feb 19 off
Days off: Feb 14–196-day weekend - Feb18
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FebMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728CarnavalPublic holidayCarnival
NationwideTake Feb 14, Feb 19 off
Days off: Feb 14–196-day weekend - Apr4
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AprMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930Good FridayPublic holidayGood Friday
NationwideTake Apr 3 off
Days off: Apr 3–64-day weekend - May1
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MayMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031International Workers' DayPublic holidayInternational Workers' Day
NationwideTake Apr 28, Apr 29, Apr 30, May 2 off
Days off: Apr 26–May 49-day weekend - May24
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MayMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Batalla de PichinchaPublic holidayWeekendThe Battle of Pichincha
NationwideTake May 23 off
Days off: May 23–253-day weekend - Aug10
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AugMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Primer Grito de IndependenciaPublic holidayWeekendDeclaration of Independence of Quito
NationwideTake Aug 11 off
Days off: Aug 9–113-day weekend - Oct9
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OctMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031Independencia de GuayaquilPublic holidayIndependence of Guayaquil
NationwideTake Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 10 off
Days off: Oct 4–129-day weekend - Nov2
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NovMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930DÃa de los Difuntos, DÃa de MuertosPublic holidayWeekendAll Souls' Day
NationwideTake Nov 4 off
Days off: Nov 1–44-day weekend - Nov3
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NovMTWTFSS123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930Independencia de CuencaPublic holidayIndependence of Cuenca
NationwideTake Nov 4 off
Days off: Nov 1–44-day weekend - Dec25
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DecMTWTFSS12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031DÃa de NavidadPublic holidayChristmas Day
NationwideTake Dec 22, Dec 23, Dec 24, Dec 26 off
Days off: Dec 20–289-day weekend
Public Holidays in Ecuador
Carnaval
17–18 Feb 2042Carnival is one of Ecuador’s most joyful celebrations, marked by water games, music, and street parades. Popular destinations like Ambato and Guaranda are especially lively.
Good Friday
4 Apr 2042Good Friday is observed with solemn processions and church services. In Quito, the Jesús del Gran Poder procession is one of the most iconic religious events.
International Workers' Day
1 May 2042This is a public holiday in Ecuador.
Batalla de Pichincha
24 May 2042The Battle of Pichincha commemorates a decisive independence victory in 1822. It is marked by civic ceremonies and national pride.
Primer Grito de Independencia
10 Aug 2042First Cry of Independence celebrates the start of Ecuador’s independence movement in Quito. Parades, concerts, and cultural events fill the day.
Independencia de Guayaquil
9 Oct 2042Independence of Guayaquil honors the city’s 1820 liberation. It’s celebrated with local pride, parades, and cultural activities.
DÃa de los Difuntos, DÃa de Muertos
2 Nov 2042All Souls’ Day is a time for remembrance and family gatherings. Traditional foods like colada morada and guaguas de pan are central to the holiday.
Independencia de Cuenca
3 Nov 2042Independence of Cuenca commemorates the city’s liberation in 1820. Local festivities and civic events highlight Cuenca’s historical importance.
DÃa de Navidad
25 Dec 2042Christmas Day in Ecuador is centered on family meals, church services, and warm gatherings. After Christmas Eve celebrations, the day is calm and home‑focused.