Day of the Dead is a public holiday in El Salvador, observed on November 2, 2026. It is locally known as El día de los difuntos. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayDay of the Dead
Local NameEl día de los difuntos
DateNovember 2, 2026
CountrySV flag El Salvador
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Day of the Dead in El Salvador?
Day of the Dead falls on November 2, 2026 in El Salvador.
Is Day of the Dead a public holiday?
Yes, Day of the Dead is an official public holiday in El Salvador. It is observed nationwide.
What is Day of the Dead called locally?
In El Salvador, Day of the Dead is known as "El día de los difuntos".

All Public Holidays in El Salvador SV flag

DateHolidayType
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-05-03 The Day of the Cross Public
2026-05-07 Soldiers' Day Public
2026-05-10 Mother's Day Public
2026-05-10 Father's Day Public
2026-08-01 August Festivals Public
2026-09-15 Independence Day Public
2026-10-01 Children's Day Public
2026-11-02 Day of the Dead Public
2026-11-07 National Pupusa Festival Public
2026-11-21 Day of the Queen of Peace Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public
2026-12-31 New Year's Eve Public
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-05-03 The Day of the Cross Public

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