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Public holidays in Honduras

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Public holidays in Honduras are special days that many families celebrate together. These days are mostly about Christianity and important moments in Honduras’s history. During these celebrations, people often gather with family and friends to share food, traditions, and joy.

Some holidays, like Independence Day and holy week, are especially big. On these days, parades and processions fill the streets from morning until evening. These events bring communities together and help everyone remember the meaning behind each holiday.

Public holidays

Public holidays in Honduras are important days that many families celebrate together. These days often mark big events in the country's history or important Christian holidays. People usually spend these days with family and friends, making them special times for everyone.

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DateEnglish nameSpanish nameComments
January 1New Year's DayAño Nuevo
April 14Americas DayDía de la AmericasCommemorates the establishment of the International Union of American Republics at the First International Conference of American States, held in 1890.
March–AprilHoly Week (Especially Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday)Semana Santa (Jueves Santo, Viernes Santo, Sábado Santo)
May 1Labour DayDía de TrabajoInternational Workers' Day
September 15Independence DayDía de la IndependenciaAct of Independence of Central America, 1821
October 3 (celebration may vary)Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's DayDía del SoldadoMorazán was president of the Federal Republic of Central America, 1830–1839.
October 12Discovery of America DayDía del Descubrimiento de América
October 21Army DayDía de las Fuerzas ArmadasIn 1956, the army supported the people against dictator Julio Lozano Díaz.
December 25Christmas DayNavidad
DateEnglish nameSpanish nameComments
February 3Virgin of Suyapa's DayNuestra Señora de SuyapaOur Lady of Suyapa is the Patroness of Honduras.
March 19Father's DayDía del PadreCoincides with Saint Joseph's Day
April 19Spanish Language DayDía del Idioma EspañolHonors the Spanish language and culture; coincides with the death of Miguel de Cervantes
Second Sunday of MayMother's DayDía de la Madre
June 11Student's DayDía del Estudiante
July 20Lempira DayDía de LempiraDedicated to a leader of the Lenca people who led the resistance against the Spanish conquistadors in the 1530s.
September 1National Flag DayDía de la Bandera
September 10Children's DayDía del Niño
September 17Teacher's DayDía del Maestro
December 24Christmas EveNoche Buena
December 31New Year's EveVispera de Año Nuevo

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