# Holiday and seasonal schedules in Spain and Latin America

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/holiday-and-seasonal-schedules-in-spain-and-latin-america
> Updated: 2026-09-29T17:03:35.000Z. Sources: 46. Developments: 3.

Various regions in Spain and Latin America are managing upcoming seasonal transitions and public holiday schedules for the remainder of 2026, with several periods expected to drive significant activity in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

In Colombia, an academic school recess is scheduled from October 5 to October 12, 2026. According to Cotelco, this period is anticipated to boost hotel occupancy to approximately 61.7%, with travelers seeking nature-based destinations and local gastronomic experiences in regions such as Machetá, Choachí, La Cocha, the Las Lajas Sanctuary, Cundinamarca, and Nariño.

In Argentina, the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity on October 12 will create a three-day weekend from October 10 through October 12. Other scheduled dates include new holidays in November established by Decree 1103/2026 to observe the visit of Pope Leo XIV (November 9 and 11 in Buenos Aires province), National Sovereignty Day on November 23, and Christmas on December 25. Additionally, December 7 is noted as a non-working day for tourism.

In Mexico, there are no mandatory holidays in October 2026; the next mandatory rest day is expected in November for the anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. In Chile, a three-day weekend is expected on October 12 for the Day of the Encounter of Two Worlds.

In Peru, the holiday schedule includes the Battle of Angamos on October 8, All Saints’ Day on November 1, the Immaculate Conception on December 8, the Battle of Ayacucho on December 9, and Christmas on December 25. The Dominican Republic is also noting various historical commemorations and upcoming holidays in November and December.

In Spain, preparations include the transition to winter time in late October. The Community of Madrid and the Baleares have both approved 2027 labor calendars; the Baleares' schedule features twelve holidays providing four long weekends to benefit the local tourism industry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-29: Regional holiday calendars and school recesses drive tourism expectations

Various regions in Latin America and Spain are preparing for upcoming holidays and school recesses, which are expected to stimulate tourism and local economies through long weekends.

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/holiday-calendars-for-october-2026-in-mexico-and-argentina

### 2026-09-27: Holiday and academic calendars for 2026 in Argentina, Colombia, and Peru

Holiday and academic schedules for late 2026 are set in Argentina, Colombia, and Peru, including special holidays for a papal visit in Argentina and school recesses in Colombia.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/october-2026-public-holidays-scheduled-in-argentina-and-peru

### 2026-09-24: Spain, Ecuador, and Latin America prepare for seasonal shifts and upcoming holidays

Spain, Ecuador, Argentina, and Bolivia prepare for seasonal changes, bird migrations, and various upcoming public holidays and long weekends scheduled for late 2026.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/catalonia-named-a-top-global-travel-destination-for-september

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