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Nicaragua Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

23 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Nicaragua 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
February
Fri
Friday, February 14, 2025
Day of Love and Friendship
February 14 is Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Feast. The day of love owes its origins to ancient Roman and European Christian traditions.
Observance
March
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Nicaragua (Managua)
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 30, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
National holiday
June
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Nicaragua (Managua)
Season
July
Sat
Saturday, July 19, 2025
The Sandinista Revolution Day
The Sandinista Revolution Day is a national holiday in Nicaragua
National holiday
August
Fri
Friday, August 1, 2025
Santo Domingo Celebrations Start
Santo Domingo Celebrations Start is a local holiday in Nicaragua
Local holiday
Sun
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Last Day of Santo Domingo Celebrations
Last Day of Santo Domingo Celebrations is a local holiday in Nicaragua
Local holiday
September
Tue
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Army Day
Army Day is a observance in Nicaragua
Observance
Sun
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Battle of San Jacinto
Battle of San Jacinto is a national holiday in Nicaragua
National holiday
Mon
Monday, September 15, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Nicaragua
National holiday
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Nicaragua (Managua)
Season
October
Sun
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Indigenous Resistance Day
Indigenous Resistance Day is a observance in Nicaragua
Observance
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
December
Mon
Monday, December 8, 2025
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is a Christian observance on December 8 each year.
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Nicaragua (Managua)
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 Nicaragua Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Nicaragua

Nicaragua's holiday calendar is deeply rooted in Catholic traditions, with religious festivals forming the backbone of annual celebrations. Saints' days, holy week observances, and Marian feasts create a rich tapestry of faith-based holidays complemented by national commemorations.

Major Holidays in Nicaragua

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

Monday, September 15, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Nicaragua

National holiday

Labor Day / May Day

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Nicaragua observes 23 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 12-15 holidays annually.

Nicaragua's 23 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic heritage and nicaraguan traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Nicaragua 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

Nicaragua'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 Nicaragua, 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 Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Nicaragua timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Nicaragua and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.