Sunday · Anexión del Partido de Nicoya a Costa Rica
Public
2
Aug
Feast of Our Lady of the Angels
Monday · Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles
Public
15
Aug
Mother's Day
Sunday · Día de la Madre
Public
15
Sep
Independence Day
Wednesday · Día de la Independencia
Public
1
Dec
Army Abolition Day
Wednesday · Día de la Abolición del Ejército
Public
25
Dec
Christmas Day
Saturday · Navidad
Public
Source: Nager.Date public holiday API
About public holidays in Costa Rica
In 2027, Costa Rica has 11 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is March, with 2. 4 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 3 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 5 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Labour Day (May 1) to Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica (July 25): 85 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is Christmas Day (December 25).
Long weekends in 2027
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Friday
Good Friday
March 26 · Friday
Feast of Our Lady of the Angels
August 2 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Costa Rica have in 2027?+
Costa Rica has 11 official public holidays in 2027, with March being the busiest month (2).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Costa Rica?+
The first public holiday of 2027 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Costa Rica in 2027?+
3 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2027 holidays fall on a weekend in Costa Rica?+
5 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Juan Santamaría Day (April 11), Labour Day (May 1), Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica (July 25), Mother's Day (August 15), Christmas Day (December 25).