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Maundy ThursdayPublic holidayNationwide

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Weekday: 12Saturday: 1Sunday: 1

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Holiday List

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    New Year's DayPublic holiday

    New Year's Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jan 2 off

    Days off: Jan 1–44-day weekend
  • Mar
    2

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    CarnivalPublic holiday

    Carnival

    Nationwide

    Take Feb 27, Mar 4 off

    Days off: Feb 27–Mar 46-day weekend
  • Mar
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    CarnivalPublic holiday

    Carnival

    Nationwide

    Take Feb 27, Mar 4 off

    Days off: Feb 27–Mar 46-day weekend
  • Apr
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    Maundy ThursdayPublic holiday

    Maundy Thursday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 1 off

    Days off: Apr 1–55-day weekend
  • Apr
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    Good FridayPublic holiday

    Good Friday

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 1 off

    Days off: Apr 1–55-day weekend
  • Apr
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    Landing of the 33 PatriotsPublic holidayWeekend

    Movable holiday; may be shifted by executive decree.

    Landing of the 33 Patriots

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 20 off

    Days off: Apr 18–203-day weekend
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    Labour DayPublic holiday

    Labour Day

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 30, May 4 off

    Days off: Apr 30–May 45-day weekend
  • May
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    Battle of Las PiedrasPublic holiday

    Battle of Las Piedras

    Nationwide

    Take May 19 off

    Days off: May 16–194-day weekend
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    José Gervasio Artigas DayPublic holiday

    José Gervasio Artigas Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jun 18, Jun 22 off

    Days off: Jun 18–225-day weekend
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    Constitution DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Movable holiday; may be shifted by executive decree.

    Constitution Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jul 17 off

    Days off: Jul 17–193-day weekend
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    Independence DayPublic holiday

    Independence Day

    Nationwide

    Take Aug 24, Aug 26, Aug 27, Aug 28 off

    Days off: Aug 22–309-day weekend
  • Oct
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    Columbus Day (Race Day)Public holiday

    Movable holiday; may be shifted by executive decree.

    Columbus Day (Race Day)

    Nationwide

    Take Oct 13 off

    Days off: Oct 10–134-day weekend
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    All Souls' DayPublic holiday

    Movable holiday; may be shifted by executive decree.

    All Souls' Day

    Nationwide

    Take Nov 3 off

    Days off: Oct 31–Nov 34-day weekend
  • Dec
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    Christmas DayPublic holiday

    Christmas Day

    Nationwide

    Take Dec 24 off

    Days off: Dec 24–274-day weekend

Public Holidays in Uruguay

New Year's Day

1 Jan 2026

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.

Carnival

2–3 Mar 2026

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

2 Apr 2026

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

Good Friday

3 Apr 2026

Good Friday is a solemn day of reflection, with church ceremonies and quiet family gatherings.

Landing of the 33 Patriots

19 Apr 2026

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

Labour Day

1 May 2026

Labour Day is celebrated with public events and family gatherings. It is a nationwide day off.

Battle of Las Piedras

18 May 2026

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

José Gervasio Artigas Day

19 Jun 2026

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

Constitution Day

18 Jul 2026

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

Independence Day

25 Aug 2026

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

Columbus Day (Race Day)

12 Oct 2026

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

All Souls' Day

2 Nov 2026

All Souls’ Day is a time to remember loved ones. Families visit cemeteries with flowers and prayers.

Christmas Day

25 Dec 2026

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

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