El Salvador Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for El Salvador in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 27
Public Holidays 11
Observances 16
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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15
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May 2026
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18
26
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31
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6
June 2026
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Mon
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23
31
1
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5
6
24
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25
14
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26
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July 2026
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29
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19
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31
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August 2026
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31
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32
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4
5
6
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8
33
9
10
11
12
13
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34
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35
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September 2026
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36
30
31
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37
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38
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39
20
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40
27
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1
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3
October 2026
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40
27
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41
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9
10
42
11
12
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43
18
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44
25
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31
November 2026
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45
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46
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47
15
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48
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49
29
30
1
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5
December 2026
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Mon
Tue
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49
29
30
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50
6
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51
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Holidays & Observances in El Salvador in 2026

New Year's Day
National Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026
132 days ago
Victims of the Armed Conflict
Observance
Friday, January 16, 2026
117 days ago
Women's Day
Observance
Sunday, March 8, 2026
66 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Palm Sunday
Observance, Christian
Sunday, March 29, 2026
45 days ago
Maundy Thursday
National Holiday, Christian
Thursday, April 2, 2026
41 days ago
Good Friday
National Holiday, Christian
Friday, April 3, 2026
40 days ago
Holy Saturday
National Holiday, Christian
Saturday, April 4, 2026
39 days ago
Easter Sunday
Observance, Christian
Sunday, April 5, 2026
38 days ago
Labor Day / May Day
National Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Cross Day
Observance
Sunday, May 3, 2026
10 days ago
Soldiers' Day
Observance
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6 days ago
Mothers' Day
National Holiday
Sunday, May 10, 2026
3 days ago
Fathers' Day
National Holiday
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
35 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
Teachers' Day
Optional Holiday
Monday, June 22, 2026
40 days left
San Salvador Day 1 (S. Salvador only)
Local holiday
Monday, August 3, 2026
82 days left
San Salvador Day 2 (S. Salvador only)
Local holiday
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
84 days left
Celebrations of San Salvador
National Holiday
Thursday, August 6, 2026
85 days left
Independence Day
National Holiday
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
125 days left
September Equinox
Season
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
132 days left
Children's Day
Observance
Thursday, October 1, 2026
141 days left
All Saints Day
National Holiday
Monday, November 2, 2026
173 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance, Christian
Thursday, December 24, 2026
225 days left
Christmas Day
National Holiday, Christian
Friday, December 25, 2026
226 days left
New Year's Eve
Observance
Thursday, December 31, 2026
232 days left

El Salvador Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in El Salvador in 2026?
➥ El Salvador has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in El Salvador in 2026?
➥ National holidays in El Salvador include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in El Salvador?
➥ Carnival days in El Salvador are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in El Salvador change every year?
➥ Some holidays in El Salvador fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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