Guatemala public holidays 2027
In 2027, Guatemala has 12 public holidays – 9 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Guatemala 2027
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Applies in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. | nationwide |
| 03/25/2027 | Thursday | Maundy ThursdayCommemorates the Last Supper of Jesus. | nationwide |
| 03/26/2027 | Friday | Good FridayCommemorates the crucifixion of Jesus; a quiet day in many countries. | nationwide |
| 03/27/2027 | Saturday | Easter Saturday | nationwide |
| 05/01/2027 | Saturday | Labour DayInternational Workers’ Day, celebrating the labour movement. | nationwide |
| 07/02/2027 | Friday | Army Day | nationwide |
| 09/15/2027 | Wednesday | Independence DayThe country’s Independence Day. | nationwide |
| 10/20/2027 | Wednesday | Revolution Day | nationwide |
| 11/01/2027 | Monday | All Saints' DayFeast in honour of all saints. | nationwide |
| 12/24/2027 | Friday | Christmas EveThe evening before Christmas Day, when many families exchange gifts. | nationwide |
| 12/25/2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. | nationwide |
| 12/31/2027 | Friday | New Year's EveLast day of the year. | nationwide |
Long weekends 2027: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Guatemala in 2027 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20 – 03/28/2027 | Maundy Thursday | 3 | 9 |
| 06/26 – 07/04/2027 | Army Day | 4 | 9 |
| 09/11 – 09/15/2027 | Independence Day | 2 | 5 |
| 10/16 – 10/20/2027 | Revolution Day | 2 | 5 |
| 10/30 – 11/07/2027 | All Saints' Day | 4 | 9 |
| 12/24 – 01/02/2028 | Christmas Eve | 4 | 10 |
Guatemala 2027 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 12
- on weekdays
- 9
- on weekends
- 3
- Weekday holidays 2026
- 10
- Working days (Guatemala)
- 252
Partial or optional days off
| 05/10/2027 | Monday | Mother's Day |
| 06/17/2027 | Thursday | Father's Day |
| 07/01/2027 | Thursday | Bank Employee Day |
| 10/12/2027 | Tuesday | Day of Race |
Other observances 2027
| 02/11/2027 | Thursday | White Nun Day |
| 02/20/2027 | Saturday | Marimba Day |
| 03/08/2027 | Monday | International Women's Day |
| 03/28/2027 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 05/30/2027 | Sunday | Popol Vuh Day |
| 06/25/2027 | Friday | Teacher's Day |
| 11/02/2027 | Tuesday | All Souls' Day |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Guatemala have in 2027?
Guatemala has 12 public holidays in 2027. 9 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Guatemala?
The first public holiday of 2027 in Guatemala is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When are the best long weekends in Guatemala in 2027?
We found 6 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is March 20, 2027 – March 28, 2027.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2027 than in 2026?
In 2027, 9 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 10 in 2026.
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