Mexico Public Holidays 2025
Mexico has 7 public holidays and 5 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 3 Feb | Mon | Constitution Day | public |
| 17 Mar | Mon | Benito Juárez's birthday | public |
| 17 Apr | Thu | Maundy Thursday | bank |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | bank |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 10 May | Sat | Mother's Day | observance |
| 16 Sep | Tue | Independence Day | public |
| 2 Nov | Sun | All Souls' Day | bank |
| 17 Nov | Mon | Revolution Day | public |
| 12 Dec | Fri | Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe | bank |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
About Mexico's Holidays
Mexico mixes national, public, and cultural holidays. Important federal days include Independence Day on September 16, Revolution and Constitution commemorations, and Labor Day. These mark history with parades, ceremonies, and some paid days off.
Religious and family celebrations shape the year. Christmas and Holy Week are big for church, family meals, and time off. Day of the Dead honors ancestors with altars, candles, music, and colorful decorations across the country.
Some holidays are regional or widely celebrated without being federal. Cinco de Mayo is big in Puebla. The Virgin of Guadalupe day and Mother s Day bring pilgrimages, gifts, and popular festivities.
Overall, Mexican holidays blend civic pride, Catholic traditions, and indigenous customs into lively public life with food, music, and strong family ties.
Holiday Traditions
Holidays in Mexico mix family, faith, and fun. People decorate homes and streets with bright colors, papel picado, flowers, and candles. Religious rituals and folk dances often happen alongside more playful activities like parades and fireworks.
Food is central to celebration. Families cook together and share dishes like tamales, mole, and sweet breads. Meals are long, noisy, and full of stories. Children receive treats and sometimes small gifts at festivals and family gatherings.
Public celebrations bring towns together. Parades, music, mariachi bands, and dancing fill plazas. People wear traditional clothing for some events and join community meals. The mood is warm, lively, and focused on sharing culture and closeness.
Travel Tips
Mexico gets very busy around holidays. Banks, many government offices, and some shops close on official public holidays. Tourist sites and restaurants often stay open, but hours can change, so check before you go.
Airports and buses are crowded on key holiday dates and long weekends. Book flights and long distance buses early. Local taxis and ride apps may have longer wait times and higher prices.
Major cities and tourist towns fill up fast. Reserve hotels and popular tours in advance. Expect more traffic and slower service during peak holiday days and evenings.
Carry cash for small purchases, keep copies of travel documents, and be patient. Learn a few Spanish phrases and check local schedules to avoid surprises.