Holiday and academic calendars for 2026 in Argentina, Colombia, and Peru

Various countries in Latin America have established their holiday and academic schedules for the remainder of 2026.

In Argentina, several national holidays are scheduled, including the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity on October 12, which will create a three-day weekend. Notably, Decree 1103/2026 has established new holidays due to the visit of Pope Leo XIV, including a national holiday on November 9 and a specific holiday for the province of Buenos Aires on November 11. Other upcoming dates include National Sovereignty Day on November 23 and Christmas on December 25.

In Colombia, the academic calendar specifies a school recess week from October 5 to October 12, 2026, for both public and private institutions.

In Peru, the upcoming holiday schedule includes the Battle of Angamos on Thursday, October 8, followed by All Saints' Day on November 1, the Immaculate Conception on December 8, the Battle of Ayacucho on December 9, and Christmas on December 25.