Public Holidays in Uruguay 2020

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Año NuevoPublic holiday
New Year's Day
Nationwide
Take Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 7 off
Days off: Jan 1–77-day weekend
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Día de los NiñosPublic holiday
Children's Day
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Take Jan 2, Jan 3, Jan 7 off
Days off: Jan 1–77-day weekend
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CarnavalPublic holiday
Carnival
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Take Feb 21, Feb 26 off
Days off: Feb 21–266-day weekend
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CarnavalPublic holiday
Carnival
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Days off: Feb 21–266-day weekend
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Semana de TurismoPublic holiday
Maundy Thursday
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Take Apr 8 off
Days off: Apr 8–125-day weekend
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Semana de TurismoPublic holiday
Good Friday
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Take Apr 8 off
Days off: Apr 8–125-day weekend
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Desembarco de los 33 OrientalesPublic holidayWeekend
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day
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Take Apr 20 off
Days off: Apr 18–203-day weekend
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Día de los TrabajadoresPublic holiday
International Workers' Day
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Days off: Apr 30–May 34-day weekend
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Batalla de las PiedrasPublic holiday
Battle of Las Piedras
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Take May 19 off
Days off: May 16–194-day weekend
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Natalicio de Artigas y Día del Nunca MásPublic holiday
Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day
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Days off: Jun 18–225-day weekend
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Jura de la ConstituciónPublic holidayWeekend
Constitution Day
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Take Jul 17 off
Days off: Jul 17–193-day weekend
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Día de la IndependenciaPublic holiday
Independence Day
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Take Aug 24, Aug 26, Aug 27, Aug 28 off
Days off: Aug 22–309-day weekend
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Día de la RazaPublic holiday
Day of the race
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Take Oct 13 off
Days off: Oct 10–134-day weekend
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Día de los DifuntosPublic holiday
Deceased ones day
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Take Nov 3 off
Days off: Oct 31–Nov 34-day weekend
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Día de la FamiliaPublic holiday
Christmas Day
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Take Dec 24 off
Days off: Dec 24–274-day weekend

Public Holidays in Uruguay

Año Nuevo

1 Jan 2020

New 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.

Día de los Niños

6 Jan 2020

This is a public holiday in Uruguay.

Carnaval

24–25 Feb 2020

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.

Semana de Turismo

9–10 Apr 2020

Maundy Thursday begins Holy Week observances with church services and a reflective atmosphere.

Desembarco de los 33 Orientales

19 Apr 2020

Landing of the 33 Patriots commemorates the 1825 uprising that led to independence. Official ceremonies and historical remembrance mark the day.

Día de los Trabajadores

1 May 2020

This is a public holiday in Uruguay.

Batalla de las Piedras

18 May 2020

The Battle of Las Piedras honors a key victory in Uruguay’s independence struggle and is marked with civic events.

Natalicio de Artigas y Día del Nunca Más

19 Jun 2020

José Gervasio Artigas Day honors the national hero with ceremonies and cultural events, especially in Montevideo.

Jura de la Constitución

18 Jul 2020

Constitution Day commemorates the swearing‑in of Uruguay’s constitution. It is observed with civic pride and a national day off.

Día de la Independencia

25 Aug 2020

Independence Day on August 25 is Uruguay’s biggest national celebration, featuring parades, concerts, and patriotic ceremonies.

Día de la Raza

12 Oct 2020

Columbus Day (Día de la Raza) reflects on cultural heritage and history. It is observed with educational and civic events.

Día de los Difuntos

2 Nov 2020

This is a public holiday in Uruguay.

Día de la Familia

25 Dec 2020

Christmas Day in Uruguay is a warm, family‑centered holiday following Christmas Eve festivities, often celebrated with outdoor meals.

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