Public holidays in Honduras are primarily centered on Christianity and the commemoration of significant events in Honduran history. Each celebration is very important to many families across this country. They are often celebrated with extended family members and friends. On a few of the most important holidays, such as Independence Day and holy week, parades and processions are held from early morning to late in the afternoon or evening.
Public holidays Date English name Spanish name Comments January 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo April 14 Americas DayDía de la AmericasCommemorates the establishment of the International Union of American Republics at the First International Conference of American States, held in 1890. March–April Holy Week (Especially Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday)Semana Santa (Jueves Santo, Viernes Santo, Sábado Santo) May 1 Labour Day Día de TrabajoInternational Workers' Day September 15 Independence DayDía de la IndependenciaAct of Independence of Central America, 1821 October 3 (celebration may vary) Francisco Morazán's Day/Soldier's DayDía del SoldadoMorazán was president of the Federal Republic of Central America, 1830–1839. October 12 Discovery of America DayDía del Descubrimiento de América October 21 Army DayDía de las Fuerzas ArmadasIn 1956, the army supported the people against dictator Julio Lozano Díaz. December 25 Christmas DayNavidad
Non-obligatory Date English name Spanish name Comments February 3 Virgin of Suyapa's DayNuestra Señora de SuyapaOur Lady of Suyapa is the Patroness of Honduras. March 19 Father's DayDía del PadreCoincides with Saint Joseph's Day April 19 Spanish Language DayDía del Idioma EspañolHonors the Spanish language and culture; coincides with the death of Miguel de Cervantes Second Sunday of May Mother's DayDía de la Madre June 11 Student's DayDía del Estudiante July 20 Lempira DayDía de LempiraDedicated to a leader of the Lenca people who led the resistance against the Spanish conquistadors in the 1530s. September 1 National Flag DayDía de la Bandera September 10 Children's DayDía del Niño September 17 Teacher's DayDía del Maestro December 24 Christmas EveNoche Buena December 31 New Year's EveVispera de Año Nuevo
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