Read the nationwide private-sector calendar
The complete nationwide private-sector paid-holiday calendar for 2026 is below. [source]
| Date | Holiday | Timing on the review date |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 [source] | New Year’s Day | Past [source] |
| April 2 [source] | Holy Thursday | Past [source] |
| April 3 [source] | Good Friday | Past [source] |
| April 4 [source] | Holy Saturday | Past [source] |
| May 1 [source] | Labor Day | Past [source] |
| May 10 [source] | Mother’s Day | Past [source] |
| June 17 [source] | Father’s Day | Past [source] |
| August 6 [source] | Divine Savior of the World festivities | Past [source] |
| September 15 [source] | Independence Day | Upcoming [source] |
| November 2 [source] | Day of the Dead | Upcoming [source] |
| December 25 [source] | Christmas Day | Upcoming [source] |
Holy Week accounted for three separate dates in this calendar: Thursday April 2, Friday April 3 and Saturday April 4. [source]
Keep San Salvador’s local dates separate
San Salvador had two additional local paid holidays in 2026: August 3 and August 5. [source] August 6 was nationwide. [source]
| Date | Scope in the calendar |
|---|---|
| August 3 [source] | Local paid holiday in the city of San Salvador [source] |
| August 5 [source] | Local paid holiday in the city of San Salvador [source] |
| August 6 [source] | Nationwide paid holiday for the private sector [source] |
Match the calendar to the right sector
MARN’s annual calendar presents public-sector vacation periods and specific private-sector paid holidays in separate columns. [source] Use the private-sector list above for the scope described on this page. A calendar entry does not supply the operating plan for a named hotel, attraction, restaurant or bus.
The best-time-to-visit guide helps place these dates beside seasonal plans. Use the seven-day itinerary to connect dates with overnight stops, and the transport overview to identify the routes that need direct confirmation.
Common questions
Which nationwide holiday dates remain after September 7, 2026?
As of September 7, the remaining dates listed in El Salvador’s 2026 nationwide private-sector paid-holiday calendar are September 15, November 2 and December 25. [source] Add each relevant date to your itinerary, then confirm the arrangements for lodging, activities and transport directly with the places involved.
Does the public-sector vacation calendar apply to private businesses?
Use the calendar for the sector you are planning around. MARN’s 2026 calendar separates public-sector vacation periods from specific private-sector paid holidays in different columns. [source] For a particular hotel, attraction, restaurant or transport service, ask that operator about its arrangements for your date.
Are the San Salvador dates national holidays?
In 2026, August 3 and 5 were local paid holidays in the city of San Salvador, while August 6 was a nationwide paid holiday for the private sector. [source] Keep the local dates separate when comparing a capital stay with plans elsewhere in El Salvador.
Sources
- As of September 7, the remaining dates listed in El Salvador’s 2026 nationwide private-sector paid-holiday calendar are September 15, November 2 and December 25.
- In 2026, the private-sector paid holidays for Holy Week were Thursday April 2, Friday April 3 and Saturday April 4.
- El Salvador’s 2026 nationwide private-sector paid-holiday calendar includes January 1; April 2, 3 and 4; May 1; May 10; June 17; August 6; September 15; November 2; and December 25.
- In 2026, August 3 and 5 were local paid holidays in the city of San Salvador, while August 6 was a nationwide paid holiday for the private sector.
- MARN’s 2026 calendar separates public-sector vacation periods from specific private-sector paid holidays in different columns.
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