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In today's world, Public holidays in Costa Rica has become a relevant topic that generates debates and controversies in different areas. From the political to the cultural sphere, Public holidays in Costa Rica has captured the attention of various social actors, who have expressed conflicting opinions on the matter. In this situation, it is essential to thoroughly analyze the implications and consequences of Public holidays in Costa Rica, as well as reflect on the possible solutions and alternatives that may be proposed. In this article, we will explore in detail the importance of Public holidays in Costa Rica and its impact on today's society, with the aim of encouraging constructive debate and the exchange of ideas.
The following are the national public holidays of Costa Rica. Of the eleven days, nine are paid holidays and two are not.
Date | English Name | Local Name | Remarks |
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January 1 | New Year's Day | Año Nuevo | The celebration of the first day of the Gregorian Calendar. |
The Thursday before Easter Sunday | Maundy Thursday | Jueves Santo | |
The Friday before Easter Sunday | Good Friday | Viernes Santo | |
April 11 | Juan Santamaría Day | Día de Juan Santamaría | Santamaría was a hero in the battle against North American Filibuster William Walker in 1856. |
May 1 | Labour Day | Día Internacional del Trabajo | |
July 25 | Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica | Anexión del Partido de Nicoya a Costa Rica | Celebrates the annexation of the Party of Nicoya in 1824. |
August 2 | Feast of Our Lady of the Angels | Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles | Employers must provide an unpaid day off. |
August 15 | Mother's Day | Día de la Madre | Also the Assumption of Mary. |
August 24 | National Parks Day | Día de los Parques Nacionales | Celebrado desde 1986. |
September 9 | Día del Niño | Día del Niño | |
September 15 | Independence Day | Día de la Independencia | Celebrates the Act of Independence of Central America of 1821. |
December 1 | Army Abolition Day | Día de la Abolición del Ejército | Celebrates abolition of Costa Rican army since 1948. Employers must provide an unpaid day off. |
December 25 | Christmas Day | Navidad |