Public Holiday Regional: AR-A

Anniversary of the Battle of Salta

Saturday, February 20, 2027

February 2027

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🏪 What's open

Banks Closed
Government offices Closed
Schools Closed
Shops Varies
Restaurants Reduced
Public transit Reduced
Stock market Closed
Post office Closed

📣 Traveler notes

Argentina is a diverse South American country featuring landscapes that range from northern jungles to central grassy plains and southern mountains.

January 1: New Year's Day
March 24: Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice
April 2: Malvinas Day
May 25: Day of the First National Government
June 17: Anniversary of the death of Martín Miguel de Güemes
In cities, greeting friends and acquaintances often involves cheek kissing. Initial greetings for men are typically handshakes, though cheek kisses may occur later in the interaction. Travelers should avoid sensitive political discussions, particularly regarding the Falkland Islands (Malvinas).

About this holiday

The date commemorates the raising of the original Argentine flag, initially designed by Manuel Belgrano and first raised in Rosario on February 27, 1812. Although designated the national flag in 1816, the Yellow Sun of May was added later, in 1818.