Puerto Rico (PR)
Puerto Rico is a self-governing US Commonwealth (Estado Libre Asociado) in the northeastern Caribbean, offering a unique blend of vibrant Latin culture, US legal framework, and tropical island living.
Capital: San Juan
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: USD ($)
Cost of living: Moderate (index 65)
Emergency: 911
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Public Holidays 2026
20 holidays in Puerto Rico. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
Año Nuevo
New Year's Day. Banks, government offices and most businesses closed.
Tue 6
Three Kings Day (Epiphany) Public Holiday
Día de Reyes
Puerto Rico's most celebrated holiday after Christmas. Children traditionally receive gifts on this day, not December 25th. Parades in towns across the island. Banks and government closed.
Mon 12
Eugenio María de Hostos Birthday Public Holiday
Natalicio de Eugenio María de Hostos
Birthday of Puerto Rico's famous educator, writer and patriot. Government offices and public schools closed. Observed the second Monday of January.
Mon 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Public Holiday
Día de Martin Luther King Jr.
US federal holiday observed in Puerto Rico. Government and federal offices closed. Banks follow federal holiday schedule.
February 2026
Mon 16
Presidents' Day Public Holiday
Día de los Presidentes
US federal holiday (Washington's Birthday). Government and federal offices closed. Third Monday of February.
March 2026
Sun 22
Emancipation Day Public Holiday
Día de la Abolición de la Esclavitud
Commemorates the abolition of slavery in Puerto Rico in 1873. Government offices closed. Also called Día de la Raza Negra in some contexts.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Viernes Santo
Observed island-wide. Many businesses, banks and government offices close. Traditionally a day of fasting, reflection and beach visits for families.
Sun 5
Easter Sunday Optional
Domingo de Resurrección
Easter Sunday. Not a statutory holiday but widely observed with family gatherings and church attendance. Many businesses and restaurants close or have reduced hours.
Mon 20
José de Diego Day Public Holiday
Natalicio de José de Diego
Birthday of Puerto Rican patriot and poet José de Diego. Government offices and public schools closed. Observed the third Monday of April.
May 2026
Mon 25
Memorial Day Public Holiday
Día de los Caídos
US federal holiday honouring military personnel who died in service. Government and federal offices closed. Last Monday of May. Marked with ceremonies at military cemeteries.
July 2026
Sat 4
Independence Day Public Holiday
Día de la Independencia de los Estados Unidos
US Independence Day. Full federal and island holiday. July 4 falls on Saturday in 2026 — federal workers observe Friday July 3 as the substitute. Fireworks displays in San Juan and across the island. Government, banks and many businesses closed on July 3.
Mon 20
Luis Muñoz Rivera Day Public Holiday
Natalicio de Luis Muñoz Rivera
Birthday of Puerto Rican statesman and poet Luis Muñoz Rivera, father of first Governor Luis Muñoz Marín. Government offices closed. Observed third Monday of July.
Sat 25
Constitution Day Public Holiday
Constitución del Estado Libre Asociado
Puerto Rico's most important local holiday. Commemorates adoption of the Commonwealth constitution in 1952. Government offices, schools and most businesses closed. Cultural events and ceremonies across the island.
Mon 27
José Celso Barbosa Day Public Holiday
Natalicio de José Celso Barbosa
Birthday of Puerto Rican physician and politician José Celso Barbosa, founder of Puerto Rico's statehood movement. Government offices closed.
September 2026
Mon 7
Labor Day Public Holiday
Día del Trabajo
US federal Labor Day. Government, federal offices and banks closed. First Monday of September. Widely celebrated with family gatherings and beach trips.
October 2026
Mon 12
Columbus Day / Día de la Raza Public Holiday
Día de la Raza / Día del Descubrimiento de América
Commemorates Columbus's 1492 arrival. Puerto Rico calls it Día de la Raza, celebrating Indigenous and Latin heritage. Government offices closed. Second Monday of October.
November 2026
Wed 11
Veterans Day Public Holiday
Día de los Veteranos
US federal holiday honouring all military veterans. Government and federal offices closed. Puerto Rico has a large veteran population relative to its size.
Thu 19
Discovery of Puerto Rico Day Public Holiday
Día del Descubrimiento de Puerto Rico
Commemorates Columbus's 1493 landing on Puerto Rico. Government offices closed.
Thu 26
Thanksgiving Day Public Holiday
Día de Acción de Gracias
US federal Thanksgiving. Widely celebrated in Puerto Rico with traditional American turkey dinner alongside Puerto Rican side dishes. Government and many businesses closed. Fourth Thursday of November.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Navidad
Christmas Day. Puerto Rico has the longest Christmas season in the world (from Thanksgiving to Reyes on January 6). Family gatherings with pernil, pasteles and coquito. Government, banks and most businesses closed.
Note: Some holidays in Puerto Rico apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.