Año Nuevo
1 Jan 2019New Year’s Day in Uruguay is a quiet summer holiday after late‑night celebrations. Many families spend the day at home or at the beach.
Total Public Holidays
14
Weekends Off
104
Working Days: 252
Your Annual Leave
Total Vacation Days
133
Tuesday
New Year's Day
NationwideTake Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 4, Jan 7 off
Sunday
Children's Day
NationwideTake Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 4, Jan 7 off
Monday
Carnival
NationwideTake Mar 6 off
Tuesday
Carnival
NationwideTake Mar 6 off
Thursday
Maundy Thursday
NationwideTake Apr 17 off
Friday
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day
NationwideTake Apr 17 off
Wednesday
International Workers' Day
NationwideTake Apr 29, Apr 30, May 2, May 3 off
Saturday
Battle of Las Piedras
NationwideTake May 17 off
Wednesday
Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day
NationwideTake Jun 17–Jun 18 off
Thursday
Constitution Day
NationwideTake Jul 15, Jul 16, Jul 17, Jul 19 off
Sunday
Independence Day
NationwideTake Aug 26 off
Saturday
Day of the race
NationwideTake Oct 11 off
Saturday
Deceased ones day
NationwideTake Nov 1 off
Wednesday
Christmas Day
NationwideNew Year’s Day in Uruguay is a quiet summer holiday after late‑night celebrations. Many families spend the day at home or at the beach.
This is a public holiday in Uruguay.
Uruguay’s Carnival is the longest in the world, with parades, murga performances, and colorful street parties. February celebrations bring music and dance to Montevideo and beyond.
Maundy Thursday begins Holy Week observances with church services and a reflective atmosphere.
Landing of the 33 Patriots commemorates the 1825 uprising that led to independence. Official ceremonies and historical remembrance mark the day.
This is a public holiday in Uruguay.
The Battle of Las Piedras honors a key victory in Uruguay’s independence struggle and is marked with civic events.
José Gervasio Artigas Day honors the national hero with ceremonies and cultural events, especially in Montevideo.
Constitution Day commemorates the swearing‑in of Uruguay’s constitution. It is observed with civic pride and a national day off.
Independence Day on August 25 is Uruguay’s biggest national celebration, featuring parades, concerts, and patriotic ceremonies.
Columbus Day (DÃa de la Raza) reflects on cultural heritage and history. It is observed with educational and civic events.
This is a public holiday in Uruguay.
Christmas Day in Uruguay is a warm, family‑centered holiday following Christmas Eve festivities, often celebrated with outdoor meals.