Puerto Rico Public Holidays 2025

Puerto Rico has 21 public holidays and 10 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.

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List of Holidays in 2025
Date	Day	Name	Type
1 Jan	Wed	New Year's Day	public
6 Jan	Mon	Epiphany	public
13 Jan	Mon	Birthday of Eugenio María de Hostos	public
20 Jan	Mon	Martin Luther King Jr. Day	public
14 Feb	Fri	Valentine's Day	observance
17 Feb	Mon	Washington's Birthday	public
18 Feb	Tue	Birthday of Luis Muñoz Marín	public
2 Mar	Sun	American Citizenship Day	public
22 Mar	Sat	Emancipation Day	public
15 Apr	Tue	Tax Day	observance
16 Apr	Wed	Birthday of José de Diego	public
20 Apr	Sun	Easter Sunday	observance
23 Apr	Wed	Administrative Professionals Day	observance
11 May	Sun	Mother's Day	observance
26 May	Mon	Memorial Day	public
15 Jun	Sun	Father's Day	observance
19 Jun	Thu	Juneteenth	public
4 Jul	Fri	Independence Day	public
21 Jul	Mon	Birthday of Don Luis Muñoz Rivera	public
25 Jul	Fri	Puerto Rico Constitution Day	public
27 Jul	Sun	Birthday of Dr. José Celso Barbosa	public
1 Sep	Mon	Labour Day	public
13 Oct	Mon	Columbus Day	public
31 Oct	Fri	Halloween	observance
11 Nov	Tue	Veterans Day	public
19 Nov	Wed	Discovery of Puerto Rico	public
27 Nov	Thu	Thanksgiving Day	public
28 Nov	Fri	Day after Thanksgiving Day	observance
24 Dec	Wed	Christmas Eve	optional
25 Dec	Thu	Christmas Day	public
31 Dec	Wed	New Year's Eve	observance

About Puerto Rico's Holidays

Puerto Rico mixes U.S. federal holidays with its own island traditions. People observe big national days like Christmas, New Year and Thanksgiving alongside public holidays for government and banks. These are days off and lots of official ceremonies happen.

Cultural life centers on strong Catholic festivals and lively community celebrations. Three Kings Day and Holy Week draw family gatherings, parades and religious events. Carnival season brings music, colorful costumes and street parties that many people attend.

Politics and identity show up in civic holidays and memorials honoring Puerto Rican history. Schools and businesses often close, while towns host fairs, food and music. The result is a blend of official observance and joyful local customs.

Holiday Traditions

Holidays in Puerto Rico mix family time, music, and strong island traditions. Homes fill with laughter as relatives gather. People decorate with bright colors and lights. Children often play and learn old stories from grandparents.

Food is central. Families cook together preparing dishes like arroz con gandules, pasteles, and roast pork, plus sweet treats and coquito. Sharing plates and recipes keeps culture alive. Meals can last for hours as people talk, sing, and pass down cooking tips.

Public celebrations are lively. Streets host parades with bomba and plena rhythms, dancers, and colorful masks. Town plazas become meeting places for food stalls, crafts, and fireworks. The community spirit and warmth make each holiday feel special.

Travel Tips

Puerto Rico (PR) gets busy during the holiday season. Cities and towns have lights and events, and many visitors arrive. Expect crowded beaches, malls, and festivals, especially around weekends and major holiday dates.

Government offices and many banks close on official holidays. Some small shops and local services may close or have short hours. Airports, hospitals, and most tourist attractions stay open, but check specific hours before you go.

Flights and car rentals fill up fast and can cost more. Public buses and ferries run but may be crowded. Traffic increases near popular spots, so allow extra travel time and book transport early.

Book hotels and activities in advance. Carry some cash for markets and tips. Check holiday schedules for any places you must visit, and have flexible plans for crowds and delays.