Public Holiday Regional: AR-W

Anniversary of the Death of General José Francisco de San Martín

Name: Anniversary of the Death of General José Francisco de San Martín
Start: 2028-08-17
End: 2028-08-17
Location: Argentina

Thursday, August 17, 2028

August 2028

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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

🛋️ Long weekend potential

4-Day Block

THU 17 Holiday

FRI 18 Bridge Day

SAT 19 Weekend

SUN 20 Weekend

4-day weekend with a bridge day on August 18

📣 Traveler notes

Argentina is a large South American country featuring diverse climates and landscapes, from northern jungles to central 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
Physical greetings often involve cheek kissing or handshakes. Communication is typically direct and expressive. While punctuality is expected for business, casual social events may run late. Topics to avoid include the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), neighboring comparative politics, and local political discussions.

About this holiday

This holiday, the Anniversary of the Death of General José Francisco de San Martín, is listed among other significant Argentine national holidays, which also relate to the history and design of the Argentine flag.