In 2026, El Salvador has 26 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is November, with 9. 6 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 8 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 8 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Father's Day (May 10) to August Festivals (August 1): 83 days.
The first holiday of the year is Labour Day (May 1) and the last is New Year's Eve (December 31).
Long weekends in 2026
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
Labour Day
May 1 · Friday
August Festivals
August 3 · Monday
August Festivals
August 7 · Friday
Ethnic Pride Day
October 12 · Monday
Day of the Dead
November 2 · Monday
National Pupusa Festival
November 9 · Monday
National Pupusa Festival
November 13 · Friday
Christmas Day
December 25 · Friday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does El Salvador have in 2026?+
El Salvador has 26 official public holidays in 2026, with November being the busiest month (9).
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in El Salvador?+
The first public holiday of 2026 is Labour Day, on May 1.
How many long weekends are there in El Salvador in 2026?+
8 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in El Salvador?+
8 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: The Day of the Cross (May 3), Mother's Day (May 10), Father's Day (May 10), August Festivals (August 1), August Festivals (August 2), National Pupusa Festival (November 7), National Pupusa Festival (November 8), Day of the Queen of Peace (November 21).