Argentina extends Independence Day break with tourist holiday on July 10

July 9, 2026 is an immovable national holiday in Argentina commemorating Independence Day. A separate decree (Resolution 164/2025) designates the following Friday, July 10, as a non‑working day for tourism, intended to stimulate internal travel and smooth seasonal demand.

In the city of La Plata, municipal services will adjust for the two‑day break: waste collection is suspended on Thursday, while Friday’s wet‑waste collection proceeds normally. Public transport runs on a holiday timetable, the Central Administrative Municipal office and banks remain closed, and emergency services operate as usual. The municipal cemetery will be open for visits from 08:00 to 15:00, and the Bonaerense market and regional market follow altered opening hours. Parks and cultural sites stay open with extended visitor hours.

Labor rules differ between the two dates. On the national holiday (July 9), workers who are required to work receive double pay. On the tourist day (July 10), employers may choose to close; if they do, employees are still paid their regular wage, but no extra compensation is mandated. Private‑sector businesses can operate normally, with no automatic holiday pay. Banks, insurance firms and other essential services follow specific regulations outlined in the Labor Contract Law.