Chile Public Holidays
Public holidays in Chile are set by national law and combine civic commemorations with Roman Catholic feasts. A small number apply only to particular regions, while the rest are observed across the whole country.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
Next holiday
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
16 July 2026 (Thursday), in 13 days
Upcoming public holidays
The holidays that matter most in Chile
National Day
National Day (18 September) marks the establishment of the first national government junta in 1810 and, with Army Day on 19 September, forms the Fiestas Patrias holidays.
Navy Day
Navy Day (21 May) commemorates the 1879 Battle of Iquique during the War of the Pacific.
National Day of Indigenous Peoples
Introduced as a public holiday in 2021, this day is tied to the southern winter solstice around 21 June, which marks the new year for several indigenous peoples.
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How public holidays work in Chile
Some Chilean public holidays are designated feriados irrenunciables, on which most commerce and retail staff are legally entitled to the day off. Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Chile treat as days off, so they shape when people travel, book time away and plan around childcare. Religious holidays and wider observances sit alongside them. They are not always days off, but they are dates many households still mark. Each year page lists the public and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Chile have?
Chile has 17 public holidays in 2026. Open a year below to see each one with its date and day of the week.
When is the next holiday in Chile?
The next holiday is Our Lady of Mount Carmel on 16 July 2026 (Thursday).
Can I add Chile holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Chile's holidays and keeps them up to date, so they show up in your shared calendar on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.