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Calendar March 2026 & Moon Phases
This free calendar features official public holidays, traditional festivals, major sporting events and precise monthly moon phases for your region, and supports one-click downloading and high-quality printing.
Public Holidays in Costa Rica 2026
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| January 1, 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | National |
| April 2, 2026 | Thu | Maundy Thursday | National |
| April 3, 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| April 11, 2026 | Sat | Juan Santamaría Day | National |
| May 1, 2026 | Fri | International Labor Day | National |
| July 25, 2026 | Sat | Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica | National |
| August 15, 2026 | Sat | Mother's Day | National |
| September 15, 2026 | Tue | Independence Day | National |
| December 25, 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | National |
About Public Holidays in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's holidays reflect a peaceful, environmentally minded nation with a strong Catholic tradition. Independence Day on September 15 is celebrated across Central America with lantern parades on the eve, while Guanacaste Day on July 25 honours the province's annexation. Good Friday is the year's most solemn holiday, and Christmas brings the traditional 'tamalada' family gatherings. The country abolished its army in 1948, so military parades are absent; instead, holidays often centre on families, beaches and the pura vida spirit.
In 2026, Costa Rica observes 9 public holidays including 9 national, of which 3 fall on a weekend.
Sports Events in Costa Rica 2026
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