Brazil public holidays 2026
Brazil has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Rules can vary by region; days marked “bank / optional” are not days off for everyone.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Carnival | Bank / optional |
| Feb 17 | Tuesday | Carnival | Bank / optional |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 21 | Tuesday | Tiradentes' Day | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Corpus Christi | Bank / optional |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 4 | Sunday | Election Day | Public |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Our Lady of Aparecida | Public |
| Oct 25 | Sunday | Election Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Monday | All Souls' Day | Public |
| Nov 15 | Sunday | Republic Day | Public |
| Nov 20 | Friday | Black Awareness Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Brazil have in 2026?
Brazil has 12 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Some regions add their own local holidays.
What is the next public holiday in Brazil?
The next public holiday is Election Day on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
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