There are 18 public holidays in Argentina in 2023, four of which fall on weekends.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 01, 2023, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Carnival
The holiday lasts two days, February 20 and 21, 2023. It is the last day before Lenten fasting from Ash Wednesday, so people will use the fat ingredients to prepare for the fasting.
Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice
Celebrated on March 24, 2023, the holiday commemorates the victims of the dirty war, which was the military dictatorship between 1976 and 1983. Approximately 30,000 people were killed or disappeared.
Malvinas Day
Celebrated on April 02, 2023, the holiday commemorates those Argentines killed in the Falklands War, fought between Argentina and the United Kingdom.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday celebrating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed on Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday. In 2023, Good Friday is celebrated on April 07, 2023 in Western churches and April 14, 2023 in Eastern churches.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 01, 2023, and it celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originates in the eight-hour day movement, which is eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
May Revolution
May Revolution took place from May 18 to 25, 1810 as a reaction to Spain's Peninsular War, and it was considered the start of the Argentine War of Independence, formally achieved on July 9, 1816. The holiday was observed on May 25, 2023.
Martín Miguel de Güemes' Day
Observed on June 17, 2023, Martín Miguel de Güemes' Day commemorates the anniversary when Martín Miguel de Güemes died on June 17, 1821, at the age of 36. He became a military leader and defended northwestern Argentine provinces from Spanish rule during the War of Independence.
Flag Day
Celebrated on June 20, 2023, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of the death of the Argentine flag's creator Manuel Belgrano, a military leader during the Argentine War of Independence. He designed a banner for the troops in 1812 and died on June 20, 1820
Independence Day
Celebrated on July 9, 2023, the holiday celebrates the declaration of the independence of Argentina from the Spanish Monarchy on July 9, 1816 by the Congress of Tucumán.
San Martín Day
Celebrated on August 21, 2023, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of the death of José de San Martín, an Argentine general.
Day of Respect of Cultural Diversity
Observed on October 16, 2023, the holiday celebrates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492, also known as the Day of the Race or Columbus Day in some countries.
National Sovereignty Day
Celebrated on November 20, 2023, the holiday commemorates the Battle of Vuelta de Obligado, which took place on November 20, 1845. The battle was fought between the Argentine Confederation and the combined Anglo-French fleet on the waters of the Paraná River.
Immaculate Conception Day
The holiday is observed on December 08, 2023, and it celebrates the Virgin Mary has been free of original sin from the moment of her conception.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2023, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is a sharing holiday, and people exchange Christmas gifts and cards with families and friends.
The following is the list of public holidays in Argentina 2023.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Carnival | Feb 20, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Carnival | Feb 21, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice | Mar 24, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Malvinas Day | Apr 02, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Apr 07, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| May Revolution | May 25, 2023 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| May Revolution Holiday | May 26, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Martín Miguel de Güemes' Day | Jun 17, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Flag Day | Jun 20, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Independence Day | Jul 09, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| San Martín Day | Aug 21, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Touristic Bridge | Oct 13, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Day of Respect of Cultural Diversity | Oct 16, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| National Sovereignty Day | Nov 20, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Immaculate Conception Day | Dec 08, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Argentina in 2023.
