Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day
Wednesday · Natalicio de Artigas y Día del Nunca Más
Public
18
Jul
Constitution Day
Thursday · Jura de la Constitución
Public
25
Aug
Independence Day
Sunday · Día de la Independencia
Public
12
Oct
Day of the race
Saturday · Día de la Raza
Public
2
Nov
Deceased ones day
Saturday · Día de los Difuntos
Public
25
Dec
Christmas Day
Wednesday · Día de la Familia
Public
Source: Nager.Date public holiday API
About public holidays in Uruguay
Uruguay distinguishes "working" from "non-working" holidays: on working holidays activity continues normally even though the date is commemorative, while on non-working ones it stops.
In 2024, Uruguay has 15 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is January, with 2. 1 month has no public holiday at all.
There are 4 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 Deceased ones day (November 2) to Christmas Day (December 25): 53 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 2024
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Monday
Carnival
February 12 · Monday
Good Friday
March 29 · Friday
Landing of the 33 Patriots Day
April 19 · Friday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Uruguay have in 2024?+
Uruguay has 15 official public holidays in 2024, with January being the busiest month (2).
What is the first public holiday of 2024 in Uruguay?+
The first public holiday of 2024 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Uruguay in 2024?+
4 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2024 holidays fall on a weekend in Uruguay?+
5 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Children's Day (January 6), Battle of Las Piedras (May 18), Independence Day (August 25), Day of the race (October 12), Deceased ones day (November 2).