Public holidays in Spain

Now that you are in Spain, it might be useful to know when there are public holidays in Spain. There are more than in the United Kingdom. Often are all local shops and supermarkets are closed on these days. Public holidays are determined by the government, autonomous regions and urban authorities.

Public holidays in Spain?

 Of course, Spaniards love to party. All of their festivities are worth a visit when you are staying at the Costa!

January

1 January – New Year’s Day
6 January – Three Kings Day – Epiphany

March

19 March - San Jose

April

2 April – Good Friday
5 April  - Easter

May

1 May – Labour Day

June

24 June - San juan

August

15 August – Maria Ascension

September

9 September - Day of Valencia

October

12 October – Día de la Hispanidad (Columbus day)

December

7 December – Día de la Constitución (Day of the constitution)
8 December – Immaculate reception of Mary
25 December – Christmas

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