Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Costa Rica- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- April 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Honors Juan Santamaría, the national hero who died defending the country in the 1856 Battle of Rivas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría a public holiday in Costa Rica?
- Yes, Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría is an official public holiday in Costa Rica. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría 2026?
- Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría 2026 falls on April 11, 2026.