Panama


Holidays & Observances in Panama
Panama is a Spanish-speaking country in Central America. Its culture is a mix of European, Caribbean, and indigenous influences. There are several different native groups, each of which has its own unique traditions. The most common religion is Roman Catholicism followed by Protestantism. As such, Christian holidays are very important and are celebrated across the country with great enthusiasm. The biggest holidays are Carnival, inspired by Caribbean culture, and Christmas, inspired by Spanish culture. The month of November is full of national pride holidays, so it is a month for the people to celebrate Panama.
Upcoming Popular Holidays
Country Observances
Holiday Date | Country Holiday | Observance Type | Religion/Belief |
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All Saints' Day | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity, Catholic | |
All Souls' Day - Day of the Dead | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity, Catholic | |
Christmas Eve | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
Christmas | Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
New Year's Day | Popular & Widely Observed | ||
Epiphany | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
Mardi Gras - Shrove Tuesday / Fat Tuesday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
International Women's Day | Popular & Widely Observed | ||
Good Friday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
Holy Saturday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
Easter | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
Easter Monday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
Labour Day / May Day | Public, Popular & Widely Observed | ||
Corpus Christi | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity |