Brazil
2026 Brazilian holidays
A list of Brazil holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | National holiday | – |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | Carnival | National holiday | Considered an optional/point of observance holiday nationally. |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | National holiday | – |
| Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | Tiradentes' Day | National holiday | – |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labour Day | National holiday | – |
| Thursday, June 4, 2026 | Corpus Christi | National holiday | Considered an optional/point of observance holiday nationally. |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Independence Day | National holiday | – |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Our Lady of Aparecida | National holiday | – |
| Monday, November 2, 2026 | All Souls' Day | National holiday | – |
| Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Republic Proclamation Day | National holiday | – |
| Friday, November 20, 2026 | Black Awareness Day | National holiday | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | National holiday | – |
Source basis: Governo Federal do Brasil. Last updated: June 2026.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Brazilian public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the brazilian long weekends in 2026 for pre-built three-day and four-day weekends.
Payroll and deadlines
Public holidays affect payroll processing deadlines and direct deposit schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekday, it reduces the number of business days in that period. See business days in 2026 for net working day counts per month.
School and childcare
Public holidays typically mean school closures, but exact dates vary by state, province or region. Check your local school district or education authority for the full academic calendar.
Travel and events
Book travel early around major holidays like New Year's Day and Christmas Day when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- Rules for observed dates vary by country. Check individual holiday notes above for details.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national-level public holidays. Regional or state holidays may also apply.
- Can I download these holidays for my calendar app?
- Yes. Download the ICS file to import into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Or download the CSV file to open in Excel or Google Sheets.
- How many public holidays fall on weekdays in 2026?
- 11 of the 12 public holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. 1 falls on a weekend.