Columbus Day
Día de la Raza / Descubrimiento de América
Details
- Country
Puerto Rico- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- October 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Official public holiday
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Columbus Day a public holiday in Puerto Rico?
- Yes, Columbus Day is an official public holiday in Puerto Rico. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Columbus Day 2026?
- Columbus Day 2026 falls on October 12, 2026.
- What is Columbus Day called locally in Puerto Rico?
- Columbus Day is locally known as "Día de la Raza / Descubrimiento de América" in Puerto Rico.