Columbus Day is a public holiday in Puerto Rico, observed on October 12, 2026. It is locally known as Día de la Raza / Descubrimiento de América. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.
Holiday Details
| Holiday | Columbus Day |
| Local Name | Día de la Raza / Descubrimiento de América |
| Date | October 12, 2026 |
| Country |  Puerto Rico |
| Type | Public |
| National | Yes — observed nationwide |
Frequently Asked Questions
All Public Holidays in Puerto Rico
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | Public |
| 2026-01-06 | Three Kings Day / Epiphany | Public |
| 2026-01-12 | Birthday of Eugenio María de Hostos | Public |
| 2026-01-19 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | Public |
| 2026-02-16 | Presidents' Day | Public |
| 2026-02-18 | Birthday of Luis Muñoz Marín | Public |
| 2026-03-22 | Emancipation Day | Public |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday | Public |
| 2026-04-20 | Birthday of José de Diego | Public |
| 2026-05-25 | Memorial Day | Public |
| 2026-07-03 | Independence Day | Public |
| 2026-07-20 | Birthday of Don Luis Muñoz Rivera | Public |
| 2026-07-25 | Puerto Rico Constitution Day | Public |
| 2026-07-27 | Birthday of Dr. José Celso Barbosa | Public |
| 2026-09-07 | Labour Day | Public |
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