Peru Public Holidays
Public holidays in Peru are established by national law and are largely Roman Catholic feast days combined with civic and military commemorations. The main national celebration is Fiestas Patrias, which spans two consecutive days at the end of July.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
Next holiday
Peruvian Air Force Day
23 July 2026 (Thursday), in 20 days
Upcoming public holidays
The holidays that matter most in Peru
Independence Day
Independence Day on 28 July marks the proclamation of Peruvian independence by Jose de San Martin in 1821, and is followed by a second national holiday on 29 July.
Santa Rosa De Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima on 30 August honours the first person born in the Americas to be canonised, the patron saint of Peru and of the Americas.
Battle of Angamos
The Battle of Angamos on 8 October commemorates the 1879 naval engagement of the War of the Pacific and the death of Admiral Miguel Grau.
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How public holidays work in Peru
Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Peru 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 Peru have?
Peru has 16 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 Peru?
The next holiday is Peruvian Air Force Day on 23 July 2026 (Thursday).
Can I add Peru holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Peru'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.