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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Independence of Cartagena
Monday, November 16, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Mostly closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
SAT
14
Weekend
SUN
15
Weekend
MON
16
Holiday
3-day weekend (November 14 – November 16)
📣 Traveler notes
Colombia is a diverse South American nation featuring varied geography, including Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, mountainous regions, and Amazon jungles.
- Colombians are generally friendly and accustomed to diverse foreigners.
- The culture emphasizes social gatherings and dancing.
- While formal customs exist, young people can be relaxed regarding social issues.
- Latin American culture often involves physical closeness and warmth.
- Be aware of local cultural variations when addressing children.
About this holiday
Cartagena is a major Caribbean port city in Colombia, historically significant as a former Spanish colonial hub and key global trade center. Its strategic location supported trade between Spain and its American empire.