Is today a public holiday in Costa Rica?
Friday, 16 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in Costa Rica
Army Abolition Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in Costa Rica? · All Costa Rica public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in Costa Rica's main time zone (America/Costa_Rica). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in Costa Rica
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, 1 December 2026 | Army Abolition Day |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Thursday, 25 March 2027 | Maundy Thursday |
| Friday, 26 March 2027 | Good Friday |
| Sunday, 11 April 2027 | Juan Santamaría Day |
See the full Costa Rica holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in Costa Rica?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in America/Costa_Rica, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does Costa Rica have in 2026?
Costa Rica has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for Costa Rica.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in Costa Rica?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in Costa Rica?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in Costa Rica.
When is the next public holiday in Costa Rica?
Army Abolition Day on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.