Colombia, a melting pot of cultures and traditions rooted in its rich history, is not only notable for its geographical biodiversity, but also for the diversity of festivities that populate its annual calendar. Holidays in this South American country are not simply breaks in the daily routine; They are moments that capture the very essence of the nation.
These holidays are not only opportunities for rest and recreation, but also for collective reflection on Colombia's past, present and future. Throughout the year, the calendar is filled with events that reflect the influence of Spanish colonization, indigenous resistance, cultural diversity and the tireless search for freedom. Each holiday, marked by traditional rituals and modern festivities, is a testament to the resilience of the Colombian people and the richness found in the amalgamation of their traditions.
These are the holidays that this new year 2024 offers you, learn about each of these and organize each of your traditional festivities.
- January 1: New Year (Monday)
- January 8: Three Kings Day (Monday)
- March 25: Saint Joseph's Day (Monday)
- March 28: Holy Thursday
- March 29: Good Friday
- May 1: Labor Day (Wednesday)
- May 13: Ascension Day (Monday)
- June 3: Corpus Christi (Monday)
- June 10: Sacred Heart Day (Monday)
- July 1: Saint Peter and Saint Paul Day (Monday)
- July 20: Colombian Independence Day (Saturday)
- August 7: Battle of Boyacá (Wednesday)
- August 19: Assumption of the Virgin (Monday)
- October 14: Columbus Day (Monday)
- November 4: All Saints' Day (Monday)
- November 11: Cartagena Independence Day (Monday)
- December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception (Sunday)
- December 25: Christmas (Wednesday)
The month with the most holidays is March, starting with March 25, celebrating Saint Joseph's Day (Monday), March 28, Maundy Thursday, and March 29, celebrating Good Friday.
The connection between Colombians intensifies during these special days. The celebration of Christmas and New Year's Eve, for example, goes beyond religious tradition to become a time of family unity and reflection on the year that is ending. The vibrant parades of the Barranquilla Carnival are not only colorful spectacles, but expressions of the intrinsic joy of Colombian culture.