2015 Venezuela Calendar

View the full 2015 calendar with all public holidays for Venezuela.

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2015 Venezuela Holidays

January
  • Día de Año Nuevo

    New Year's Day

    The first day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, celebrated with fireworks, parties, and new beginnings.

    Thu, Jan 1

    Public
  • Día de Reyes

    Epiphany

    Tue, Jan 6

    Bank
  • Día de la Divina Pastora

    Feast of the Divina Pastora

    Wed, Jan 14

    Observance
  • Día del Maestro

    Teacher's Day

    Thu, Jan 15

    Observance
February
  • Día de la Juventud

    Youth Day

    Thu, Feb 12

    Observance
  • Carnaval

    Carnival

    Mon, Feb 16

    Public
  • Carnaval

    Carnival

    Tue, Feb 17

    Public
March
  • Dia Internacional de la Mujer

    International Women's Day

    Sun, Mar 8

    Observance
  • Día de San José

    Saint Joseph's Day

    Thu, Mar 19

    Bank
  • Día del abolición de la esclavitud

    Slavery Abolition Anniversary

    Sat, Mar 21

    Observance
  • Aniversario del fundacion del San Cristóbal

    Foundation anniversary Day of San Cristóbal, Táchira

    Tue, Mar 31

    Observance
April
  • Proclamación de la Independencia

    Beginning of the Independence Movement

    Sun, Apr 19

    Public
May
  • Día del Trabajador

    Labour Day

    Fri, May 1

    Public
  • Día del Cruz del Mayo

    Festival of the Crosses

    Sun, May 3

    Observance
  • Día de las Madres

    Mother's Day

    A day to honor and appreciate mothers and mother figures.

    Sun, May 10

    Observance
  • Día de la Ascención

    Ascension Day

    Commemorates the ascension of Jesus into heaven, celebrated 40 days after Easter.

    Thu, May 14

    Bank
June
  • Corpus Christi

    A Catholic feast celebrating the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.

    Thu, Jun 4

    Bank
  • Día de los Padres

    Father's Day

    A day to honor and appreciate fathers and father figures.

    Sun, Jun 21

    Observance
  • Aniversario de la Batalla de Carabobo

    Anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo

    Wed, Jun 24

    Public
  • Día del Periodista y aniversario de la instauración del Decreto de Instrucción pública gratuita y obligatoria

    Journalists' Day

    Sat, Jun 27

    Observance
July
  • Cinco de julio

    Independence Day

    Celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, marking America's independence from Britain.

    Sun, Jul 5

    Public
  • Dia del niño

    Children's Day

    Celebrates children's happiness and well-being, featuring carp streamers.

    Sun, Jul 19

    Observance
  • Natalicio del Libertador Simón Bolívar

    Simón Bolívar's Birthday

    Fri, Jul 24

    Public
  • Aniversario del fundacion del Caracas

    Caracas City Foundation Day

    Sat, Jul 25

    Observance
August
  • Día de la Bandera

    Flag Day

    Mon, Aug 3

    Observance
September
  • Día del Virgen del Valle

    Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary

    Tue, Sep 8

    Observance
  • Día del Virgen de las Mercedes

    Feast of the Our Lady of Mercy

    Thu, Sep 24

    Observance
October
  • Día de la Resistencia Indígena

    Day of Indigenous Resistance

    Mon, Oct 12

    Public
November
  • Día de Todos los Santos

    All Saints' Day

    A Christian festival honoring all saints, known and unknown.

    Sun, Nov 1

    Bank
  • Día de los fieles difuntos

    All Souls' Day

    A day of prayer for the souls of the departed in Catholic tradition.

    Mon, Nov 2

    Observance
December
  • La Inmaculada Concepción

    Immaculate Conception Day

    Celebrates the belief that Mary was conceived without original sin.

    Tue, Dec 8

    Bank
  • Nochebuena

    Christmas Eve

    The evening before Christmas Day, often celebrated with religious services and family traditions.

    Thu, Dec 24

    Public
  • Navidad

    Christmas Day

    Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, observed with gift-giving, decorations, and family gatherings.

    Fri, Dec 25

    Public
  • Nochevieja

    New Year's Eve

    The last day of the year, celebrated with parties and countdowns to midnight.

    Thu, Dec 31

    Public

2015 Venezuela Calendar & Holidays

Venezuela observes 34 public holidays in 2015. These holidays include national celebrations, religious observances, and important commemorative days that are significant to the culture and history of Venezuela. Public holidays typically mean government offices, banks, and many businesses are closed.

34
Total Holidays
12
Public Holidays
6
Bank Holidays
16
Observances

Understanding Venezuela Holidays

Public Holidays

Public holidays in Venezuela are days when most workers are entitled to a day off with pay. Government offices, schools, and many businesses close on these days.

Bank Holidays

Bank holidays are days when financial institutions are closed. While similar to public holidays, not all workers may have the day off.

Observances

Observances are notable days that are not official public holidays. Businesses and schools typically remain open on these days.

Regional Holidays

Some holidays may only be observed in certain regions or states within Venezuela. Check local regulations for specific regional holidays.

Planning Around Venezuela Holidays in 2015

When planning travel or business activities in Venezuela, be aware that public holidays may affect availability of services, transportation schedules, and business operations. Consider booking accommodations and transportation in advance around major holidays, as these are popular times for domestic travel and celebrations.