Public holidays in Nicaragua, 2026
11 public holidays, 10 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Nicaragua drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: Immaculate Conception on Tuesday 8 December.
2026 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| 2 April | Maundy Thursday | Thursday |
| 3 April | Good Friday | Friday |
| 1 May | Labour Day | Friday |
| 1 June | Children's Day | Monday |
| 19 July | Revolution Day | Sunday |
| 14 September | Battle of San Jacinto | Monday |
| 15 September | Independence Day | Tuesday |
| 12 October | Indigenous Resistance Day | Monday |
| 8 December | Immaculate Conception | Tuesday |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | Friday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Nicaragua have in 2026?
11 nationwide public holidays, 10 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Nicaragua?
Immaculate Conception, on Tuesday 8 December 2026.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.