Public holidays in Honduras
Public holidays in Honduras are centered on Christianity and the commemoration of events in Honduran history. Each celebration is very important to many families across this country. They are often celebrated with extended family members, and friends. On a few of the most important holidays, such as Independence Day and holy week parades and processions are held from early morning to later in the afternoon or evening.
Public holidays
Date | English Name |
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January 1 | New Year |
April 14 | Americas Day |
March–April | Holy Week (In especially Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday) |
May 1 | Labour Day |
September 15 | Independence Day |
October 3 | Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's Day |
October 12 | Columbus Day |
October 21 | Armed Forces Day |
December 25 | Christmas |
Non-obligatory
Date | English Name |
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January 25 | Women's Day |
February 3 | Virgin of Suyapa's Day |
March 19 | Father's Day |
April 19 | Spanish Language Day |
May's second Sunday | Mother's Day |
June 11 | Student's Day |
July 20 | Lempira's Day |
September 1 | National Flag's Day |
September 10 | Children's Day |
September 17 | Teacher's Day |
December 24 | Christmas Eve |
December 31 | New Year's Eve |
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References
- "Feriados Nacionales de Honduras - Nacer en Honduras". Nacerenhonduras.com. Retrieved 14 October 2017.
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