Declaration of Independence of Quito
Primer Grito de Independencia
Details
- Country
Ecuador- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- August 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the 1809 declaration of independence in Quito, an early cry for freedom from colonial rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Declaration of Independence of Quito a public holiday in Ecuador?
- Yes, Declaration of Independence of Quito is an official public holiday in Ecuador. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Declaration of Independence of Quito 2026?
- Declaration of Independence of Quito 2026 falls on August 10, 2026.
- What is Declaration of Independence of Quito called locally in Ecuador?
- Declaration of Independence of Quito is locally known as "Primer Grito de Independencia" in Ecuador.