Public Holidays in Spain in 2025

Complete list of official public holidays and observances

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Official Public Holidays

11 holidays in Spain for 2025

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Holiday Date Day Applies To
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
January 01 Wednesday Nationwide
Epiphany
Epiphany is a public holiday and the day most Christmas presentes are exchanged in Spain.
January 06 Monday Nationwide
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
April 18 Friday Nationwide
Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries ar...
May 01 Thursday Nationwide
Assumption of Mary
The Christian feast of the Assumption of Mary is on or around Aug 15 in most countries. A few cel...
August 15 Friday Nationwide
Hispanic Day
Hispanic Day marks the anniversary of the date that Christopher Columbus first set foot in the Am...
October 12 Sunday Nationwide
Hispanic Day observed
Hispanic Day marks the anniversary of the date that Christopher Columbus first set foot in the Am...
October 13 Monday Andalusia,Extremadura,Aragon,Asturias,Melilla,Ceuta
All Saints' Day
Many churches honor all their saints on All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day.
November 01 Saturday Nationwide
Constitution Day
Constitution Day marks the anniversary of the referendum to approve the Spanish Constitution and ...
December 06 Saturday Nationwide
Immaculate Conception
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is a Christian observance on December 8 each year.
December 08 Monday Nationwide
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregor...
December 25 Thursday Nationwide

Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Spain.

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About Public Holidays in Spain

Public holidays in Spain, known as "días festivos," are an essential aspect of the country's cultural and social fabric. Each region in Spain has its own unique set of holidays, in addition to national public holidays, which can vary significantly from one autonomous community to another. Major public holidays include New Year's Day, Epiphany, and National Day, while local festivities often celebrate patron saints or historical events. Understanding these public holidays is crucial for effective absence management and staff leave planning, as they can impact business operations and employee availability. For more detailed information on public holidays in Spain, you can visit the official government website at Ministerio de Transportes, Movilidad y Agenda Urbana.