Colombia Public Holidays 2025
Colombia has 19 public holidays and 1 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 6 Jan | Mon | Epiphany | public |
| 24 Mar | Mon | Saint Joseph | public |
| 13 Apr | Sun | Palm Sunday | observance |
| 17 Apr | Thu | Maundy Thursday | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 2 Jun | Mon | Ascension Day | public |
| 23 Jun | Mon | Corpus Christi | public |
| 30 Jun | Mon | Sacred Heart | public |
| 30 Jun | Mon | Saints Peter and Paul | public |
| 20 Jul | Sun | Independence Day | public |
| 7 Aug | Thu | Battle of Boyacá | public |
| 18 Aug | Mon | Assumption | public |
| 13 Oct | Mon | Columbus Day | public |
| 3 Nov | Mon | All Saints' Day | public |
| 17 Nov | Mon | Independence of Cartagena | public |
| 8 Dec | Mon | Immaculate Conception | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
About Colombia's Holidays
Colombia has many important national and public holidays that mix history, religion, and culture. Big days mark independence and national pride. Many holidays honor Catholic traditions like Holy Week and saints, so they feel very family centered and solemn.
Cultural festivals are lively and colorful. Events like Carnival and flower festivals include music, dancing, parades, and street parties. Cities and regions add their own special celebrations that show local food, music, and craft traditions, drawing both Colombians and tourists.
Most public holidays are national and banks close. Colombia often moves some holidays to the nearest Monday so people get long weekends. These days are for family visits, travel, religious observance, and enjoying public festivities.
Holiday Traditions
In Colombia (co) holidays feel joyful and colorful. People blend Catholic, indigenous, and African traditions. Streets fill with banners, lights, and music. Neighbors greet each other and towns plan parades and community events that everyone can join.
Families often gather to share big meals and homemade dishes. Kitchens fill with familiar recipes and snacks passed down through generations. Children play, adults talk late into the night, and elders tell stories about the past and meaning of the celebration.
Public celebrations include markets, dancing in plazas, live bands, and fireworks. People wear traditional costumes or bright clothes. Cities and small towns both celebrate, so holidays bring community pride, togetherness, and a strong sense of belonging.
Travel Tips
Colombia gets very festive at the end of the year. Many government offices, banks and some shops close or have shorter hours, especially on public holidays. Tourist sites and restaurants often stay open but may have changed schedules.
Travel is busier. Flights and buses fill up fast and prices can rise. Roads get crowded during long weekends and people travel between cities. Airports and bus terminals are loud and full. Plan extra travel time and expect delays.
Tip: book flights, buses and hotels early. Carry some cash because banks may be closed and some places do not accept cards. Check local opening times, be flexible with plans, and enjoy markets and parades safely.