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Peru Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

31 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

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

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DateHolidayType
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
Mon
Monday, January 6, 2025
The Three Wise Men Day
Epiphany is a Christian holiday celebrated globally on January 6 each year. It commemorates two events recorded in the Bible: the three wise men’s visit to baby Jesus; and Jesus’ baptism.
Observance
March
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Peru (Lima)
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
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
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Battle of Arica
Battle of Arica is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Flag Day
Flag Day is a observance in Peru
Observance
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Peru (Lima)
Season
Tue
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Farmer Day
Farmer Day is a observance in Peru
Observance
Tue
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Inti Raymi Day
Inti Raymi Day is a observance in Peru
Observance
Sun
Sunday, June 29, 2025
St Peter and St Paul
St Peter and St Paul is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
July
Wed
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Peruvian Air Force Day
Peruvian Air Force Day is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
Mon
Monday, July 28, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
Tue
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Independence Day (day 2)
Independence Day (day 2) is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
August
Wed
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Battle of Junín
Battle of Junín is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
Sat
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Santa Rosa De Lima
Santa Rosa De Lima is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Peru (Lima)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day is a observance in Peru
Observance
October
Wed
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Battle of Angamos
Battle of Angamos is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
November
Sat
Saturday, November 1, 2025
All Saints' Day
Many churches honor all their saints on All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day.
National holiday
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
Tue
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Battle of Ayacucho
Battle of Ayacucho is a national holiday in Peru
National holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Peru (Lima)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Christian
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 Peru Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Peru

Peru 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 Peru

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, July 28, 2025

Independence Day is a national holiday in Peru

National holiday

Independence Day (day 2)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Independence Day (day 2) is a national holiday in Peru

National holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Peru observes 31 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Peru's 31 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic-inca heritage and peruvian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Peru 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

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