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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Independence Day
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
4-Day Block
SAT
12
Weekend
SUN
13
Weekend
MON
14
Bridge Day
TUE
15
Holiday
4-day weekend with a bridge day on September 14
📣 Traveler notes
Costa Rica is an established ecotourism destination offering diverse landscapes, including rainforests, temperate forests, volcanoes, and beaches. While generally peaceful, visitors should note that comparative wealth may result in higher costs compared to neighboring Central American countries.
- January 1: New Year's Day
- Maundy Thursday / Good Friday
- April 11: Day of Juan Santamaría
- May 1: Labor Day
- July 25: Annexation of Nicoya
- Use polite Spanish greetings (e.g., 'buenos días') and phrase requests politely. Embrace the country's relaxed pace of life. While tipping is not mandatory, it is appreciated for exceptional service. When outside tourist areas, dress conservatively (e.g., long pants, collared shirts). Practicing responsible tourism—by avoiding littering, feeding, or damaging local flora/fauna—is essential.
About this holiday
The celebration commemorates the Act of Independence of Central America (also known as the Act of Independence of Guatemala), the legal document proclaiming independence from the Spanish Empire, enacted on September 15, 1821.