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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Investiture of Captains Regent
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
4-Day Block
THU
01
Holiday
FRI
02
Bridge Day
SAT
03
Weekend
SUN
04
Weekend
4-day weekend with a bridge day on October 2
📣 Traveler notes
San Marino is a small republic entirely surrounded by Italy, known for its claim to being the world's oldest republic.
- Recognize the difference between San Marino and Italy.
- Be respectful when taking photos with guards.
- Political inquiries about the country are generally acceptable.
- The local people are generally friendly.
- While Italian is the official language, respect the distinct identity of San Marino. The local population is generally friendly. When photographing guards, remain respectful and use clear gestures. Discussing the national political situation is generally accepted.
About this holiday
The Captains Regent are the two heads of state of San Marino. They are elected every six months by the Grand and General Council (the legislative body). The investiture ceremony occurs annually on April 1st and October 1st, a tradition tracing back to at least 1243.