Day of the Dead
Public HolidayMajor
El día de los difuntos
Details
- Country
El Salvador- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- November 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Day of remembrance for deceased loved ones, observed with cemetery visits, offerings, and prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Day of the Dead a public holiday in El Salvador?
- Yes, Day of the Dead is an official public holiday in El Salvador. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Day of the Dead 2026?
- Day of the Dead 2026 falls on November 2, 2026.
- What is Day of the Dead called locally in El Salvador?
- Day of the Dead is locally known as "El día de los difuntos" in El Salvador.