Holidays in Ecuador in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Ecuador in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Ecuador.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Ecuador January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Carnival | Ecuador February 16 2026, Monday |
National |
| Carnival | Ecuador February 17 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| March Equinox | Ecuador March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Maundy Thursday | Ecuador April 2 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
| Good Friday | Ecuador April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Holy Saturday | Ecuador April 4 2026, Saturday |
Observance |
| Easter Sunday | Ecuador April 5 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Labor Day / May Day | Ecuador May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| The Battle of Pichincha | Ecuador May 24 2026, Sunday |
National |
| June Solstice | Ecuador June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Simón Bolívar's Birthday Memorial | Ecuador July 24 2026, Friday |
Observance |
| Independence Day | Ecuador August 10 2026, Monday |
National |
| September Equinox | Ecuador September 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| Independence of Guayaquil | Ecuador October 9 2026, Friday |
National |
| All Soul's Day | Ecuador November 2 2026, Monday |
National |
| Independence of Cuenca | Ecuador November 3 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Foundation of Quito | Ecuador December 6 2026, Sunday |
Local holiday |
| December Solstice | Ecuador December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Ecuador December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| New Year's Eve | Ecuador December 31 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
Next Years Holidays in Ecuador