In order to visit Peru, all you have to do is book your flights and pack your bags—except, you may wish to familiarize yourself with Peru’s public holidays. This is because holidays could significantly enhance your Peruvian travel experience. While Peruvian public holidays are less likely to detract from your enjoyment during visits to popular sightseeing areas, you will find them to be more crowded and with less available service. Fully booked transportation during holidays could make your trip a bit frustrating.
With Inka Challenge Peru, you will have a magical experience in Peru. This guide outlines which public holidays in Peru in 2025 may help you plan your trip.
Here is a complete list of the official public holidays in Peru for 2025. Government offices, banks, and many shops will be closed on these days.
Date | Day | Holiday Name | Significance |
Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Celebrates the first day of the new year. |
Apr 17 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ; part of Easter. |
Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Observes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ; a solemn day. |
May 1 | Thursday | Labor Day | Honors the achievements of workers. |
Jun 7 | Saturday | Battle of Arica / Flag Day | Honors military history and the Peruvian flag. |
Jun 29 | Sunday | Feast of Saints Peter and Paul | A traditional Christian feast day. |
Jul 28 | Monday | Independence Day | Celebrates Peru’s declaration of independence from Spain in 1821. |
Jul 29 | Tuesday | Independence Day Holiday | The second day of Fiestas Patrias celebrations. |
Aug 30 | Saturday | Santa Rosa de Lima | Honors the patron saint of Peru and the Americas. |
Oct 8 | Wednesday | Battle of Angamos | Commemorates a key naval battle of the War of the Pacific (1879). |
Nov 1 | Saturday | All Saints’ Day | A day to commemorate all Christian saints. |
Dec 8 | Monday | Immaculate Conception | Celebrates the belief that Mary was conceived without original sin. |
Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
Note: This list focuses on nationwide holidays. Some dates, like the Battle of Junín (Aug 6) and Battle of Ayacucho (Dec 9), are also observed holidays .
Long Weekends & “Puentes”: Peruvians are passionate about traveling during extended weekends, which are called puentes (bridges) in Spanish whenever a holiday occurs close to a weekend. Peruvians also take advantage of these holidays to visit popular sightseeing destinations, so be prepared for large crowds. This is also great for witnessing local festivities. This is a great holiday to take a trip to Peru, but be sure to take care of bookings quite a bit in advance during these times.
Major Festive Periods to Note:
Practical Travel Tips:
Familiarizing yourself with the holiday calendar is the last piece of the puzzle for a perfectly arranged trip to Peru. Holidays add more deliciousness to the culture, and having a bit of foresight helps enormously in preserving the flow of your travels.
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