Bolivia (BO)
Bolivia is South America's highest and most landlocked country — a plurinational state of dramatic contrasts, from the world's highest navigable lake (Titicaca at 3,812m) and the vast salt flats of Uyuni to the tropical Amazon basin.
Capital: Sucre
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: BOB (Bs.)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 24)
Emergency: 110
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Public Holidays 2026
17 holidays in Bolivia. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
Año Nuevo
National holiday. Government offices, banks and most businesses closed.
Thu 22
Plurinational State Day Public Holiday
Día del Estado Plurinacional de Bolivia
Founded 22 January 2009 when the new constitution came into force. Celebrated with ceremonies in Tiwanaku. National holiday.
February 2026
Mon 16
Carnival Monday Public Holiday
Carnaval — Lunes de Carnaval
Two-day carnival holiday. Oruro Carnival (UNESCO Intangible Heritage) is the most famous. Water fights widespread. Many businesses and offices close for the full week.
Tue 17
Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
Carnaval — Martes de Carnaval
Second day of Carnival national holiday. Oruro Carnival procession continues.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Viernes Santo
National holiday. Religious observances throughout the country. Processions in Sucre and Potosí.
Sat 4
Holy Saturday Public Holiday
Sábado de Gloria
National holiday in most departments. Easter weekend.
May 2026
Fri 1
Labour Day Public Holiday
Día del Trabajo
National holiday. Trade union marches in La Paz and other cities.
June 2026
Thu 4
Corpus Christi Public Holiday
Corpus Christi
National Catholic holiday. Religious processions and masses.
Sun 21
Andean New Year (Willkakuti) Public Holiday
Año Nuevo Andino Amazónico
Winter solstice celebration of the indigenous new year. Celebrated at Tiwanaku with sunrise ceremonies. National holiday since 2010.
July 2026
Thu 16
La Paz Day Public Holiday
Aniversario de La Paz
Departmental holiday — La Paz only. Foundation of the city commemorated with parades.
August 2026
Sun 2
Agrarian Reform Day / Peasant Day Public Holiday
Día de la Revolución Agraria / Día del Campesino
Commemorates the 1953 Agrarian Reform Law. Important day for rural and indigenous communities. National holiday.
Thu 6
Independence Day Public Holiday
Día de la Independencia
Bolivia's main national holiday — independence declared 6 August 1825. Military parades in Sucre (constitutional capital) and La Paz. Banks and all government offices closed.
September 2026
Mon 14
Cochabamba Day Public Holiday
Día del Departamento de Cochabamba
Departmental holiday — Cochabamba only. Local government and schools closed.
Thu 24
Santa Cruz Day Public Holiday
Día del Departamento de Santa Cruz
Departmental holiday — Santa Cruz only. Largest local celebration in the eastern lowlands.
October 2026
Mon 12
Day of Decolonisation Public Holiday
Día de la Descolonización
Formerly Columbus Day; renamed to Día de la Descolonización under Evo Morales. National holiday.
November 2026
Mon 2
All Souls' Day Public Holiday
Día de Difuntos / Todos Santos
One of the most widely celebrated Bolivian holidays. Families bring food offerings to cemeteries; elaborate bread figures (tantawawas) are made. Banks and government offices closed.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Navidad
National holiday. Family gatherings and church services. Most businesses closed.
Note: Some holidays in Bolivia apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.