Mexico (MX)
Mexico is one of the world's most important expat destinations, especially for US and Canadian retirees, remote workers, entrepreneurs, families and lifestyle migrants.
Capital: Mexico City
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: MXN (MX$)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 38)
Emergency: 911
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Public Holidays 2026
12 holidays in Mexico. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
Ano Nuevo
Federal mandatory rest day; banks, schools and many offices close.
February 2026
Mon 2
Constitution Day observed Public Holiday
Dia de la Constitucion
Observed on the first Monday of February; long weekend.
March 2026
Mon 16
Benito Juarez Birthday observed Public Holiday
Natalicio de Benito Juarez
Observed on the third Monday of March.
April 2026
Thu 2
Maundy Thursday Optional
Jueves Santo
Not a federal mandatory rest day, but many schools, banks and private offices reduce operations.
Fri 3
Good Friday Optional
Viernes Santo
Widely observed in practice; tourism areas are extremely busy.
May 2026
Fri 1
Labour Day Public Holiday
Dia del Trabajo
Federal mandatory rest day.
Tue 5
Battle of Puebla Optional
Batalla de Puebla / Cinco de Mayo
Important civic date, especially in Puebla; not a universal mandatory paid holiday.
September 2026
Wed 16
Independence Day Public Holiday
Dia de la Independencia
Federal mandatory rest day; celebrations start the night before with El Grito.
November 2026
Mon 2
Day of the Dead Optional
Dia de Muertos
Major cultural holiday; not always a federal paid rest day, but schools and local offices may close.
Mon 16
Revolution Day observed Public Holiday
Dia de la Revolucion Mexicana
Observed on the third Monday of November.
December 2026
Sat 12
Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe Optional
Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe
Major religious observance and pilgrimage date; disruptions around basilicas and churches.
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Navidad
Federal mandatory rest day.
Note: Some holidays in Mexico apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.