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Ecuador Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

26 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Ecuador in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
National holiday
March
Mon
Monday, March 3, 2025
Carnival
Carnival is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Carnival
Shrove Tuesday is a religious holiday before the fasting period of Lent. It is celebrated by eating pancakes and holding Carnival parades.
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Ecuador (Quito)
Season
April
Thu
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday is a Christian observance on the Thursday during Holy Week. It is the day before Good Friday.
Christian
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Christian
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday.
Christian
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Christian
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, May 2, 2025
Day off for Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
National holiday
Fri
Friday, May 23, 2025
Day off for The Battle of Pichincha
The Battle of Pichincha is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
Sat
Saturday, May 24, 2025
The Battle of Pichincha
The Battle of Pichincha is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
June
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Ecuador (Quito)
Season
July
Thu
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Simón Bolívar's Birthday Memorial
Simón Bolívar's Birthday Memorial is a observance in Ecuador
Observance
August
Sun
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
Mon
Monday, August 11, 2025
Day off for Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Ecuador (Quito)
Season
October
Thu
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Independence of Guayaquil
Independence of Guayaquil is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
Fri
Friday, October 10, 2025
Day off for Independence of Guayaquil
Independence of Guayaquil is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
November
Sun
Sunday, November 2, 2025
All Souls' Day
All Souls’ Day falls on November 2 each year. It is a day of alms giving and prayers for the dead.
Observance
Mon
Monday, November 3, 2025
Independence of Cuenca
Independence of Cuenca is a national holiday in Ecuador
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Day off for All Souls' Day
All Souls’ Day falls on November 2 each year. It is a day of alms giving and prayers for the dead.
National holiday
December
Sat
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Foundation of Quito
Foundation of Quito is a local holiday in Ecuador
Local holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Ecuador (Quito)
Season
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Christian
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Ecuador Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Ecuador

Ecuador celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Ecuador

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

National holiday

Independence Day

Sunday, August 10, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Ecuador

National holiday

Day off for Independence Day

Monday, August 11, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Ecuador

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Ecuador observes 26 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Ecuador's 26 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic-andean heritage and ecuadorian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Ecuador carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Ecuador's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Ecuador, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Ecuador Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Ecuador is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Ecuador timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Ecuador and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.