Back to country calendar
Public Holiday Regional: AR-K

Catamarca Autonomy Day

August 2026
2627282930311
2345678
9101112131415
16171819202122
23242526272829
303112345
Holiday selected

🏪 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
SAT 22 Weekend
SUN 23 Weekend
MON 24 Bridge Day
TUE 25 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on August 24

📣 Traveler notes

Argentina is a large country in southern South America with diverse landscapes and climates, including northern jungles, 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
  • Argentine communication can be expressive and passionate. Be aware that profanity is often used in general conversation and is not necessarily intended to offend. Greetings vary; cheek kissing or handshaking are common, depending on relationship and gender. While punctuality is flexible for social gatherings, it is expected for professional meetings. When discussing sports, focus on the Argentine national team to avoid offense.

About this holiday

The Catamarca flag incorporates a golden border representing the province's culture. The light blue and white stripes symbolize the sky and the national flag, while the red stripe signifies the population's origins. The central Sun of May, surrounded by 16 olive leaves, represents the province's departments.