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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Carnival
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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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
SAT
14
Weekend
SUN
15
Weekend
MON
16
Bridge Day
TUE
17
Holiday
4-day weekend with a bridge day on February 16
📣 Traveler notes
Venezuela features varied natural attractions, including several national parks, waterfalls, and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, notably hosting Angel Falls, the world's tallest waterfall.
- Holidays typically include: January 1 (New Year's Day), January 14 (Feast of the Divina Pastores), February 12 (Youth Day), February 20 (Federation Day), and March 21 (Slavery Abolition Anniversary).
- Due to ongoing national political and economic sensitivities, travelers should communicate with caution and respect. Be mindful of potential cultural misunderstandings, as locals may use terms or gestures that require careful interpretation.
About this holiday
Carnival is a festive period concluding the pre-Lenten Christian season, encompassing Shrove Sunday, Shrove Monday, and Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras).