Complete list of 13 public holidays in Brazil for 2026, plus 0 joint leave days and 8 regional observances. Find long weekends, dates, and historical context.
By category: 16 Civil · 5 Christian. Classification is derived from each holiday's name and underlying calendar system.
Religious observances (Christian Easter cycle), international UN/WHO days, and cultural observances that are widely marked in Brazil but are not official public holidays. Dates are algorithmic — accurate for any year.
Observances are marked but not gazetted as public holidays — workplaces, banks and schools usually remain open.
In 2026, Brazil has 11 natural long-weekend opportunities, totaling 37 potential days off. Use our planner to optimize leave strategy.