In Paraguay, public holidays are official non-working days when government offices remain closed. Below is the complete calendar of official holidays for 2026.
On the following dates, government offices, banks, and most businesses remain closed:
| Date | Holiday | Day of the Week |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year’s Day | Thursday |
| March 1 | National Heroes’ Day | Sunday |
| April 2 | Holy Thursday | Thursday |
| April 3 | Good Friday | Friday |
| May 1 | Labor Day | Friday |
| May 14 | Independence Day | Thursday |
| May 15 | Independence Day | Friday |
| June 12 | Chaco Peace Day | Friday |
| August 15 | Foundation of Asunción Day | Saturday |
| September 29 | Battle of Boquerón | Tuesday |
| December 8 | Virgin of Caacupé Day | Tuesday |
| December 24 | Christmas Eve | Thursday |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | Friday |
| December 31 | New Year’s Eve | Thursday |
In addition to the official holidays, there are certain periods that are commonly observed and may involve office closures:
Extended Weekends: When a holiday falls on a Friday or Monday, some employers may grant an extra day off to create a long weekend — though this is not required by law.
Floating Holidays: The President of Paraguay may declare up to three additional national holidays during the year for special celebrations or exceptional events. These decrees can modify the calendar as needed.