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Holidays & Observances in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a Spanish-speaking country in Central America. It is one of the most stable countries in the region, with no army, a high life expectancy, and an amazing environmental record. Most Costa Ricans identify themselves as Roman Catholics, and this has defined much of the culture including popular holidays. Easter is the most important holiday, with many businesses closed for the entire Holy Week to allow people to spend time with their families. Holidays in Costa Rica are often spent with families, though specific traditions can change from town to town. Many towns have specific holidays to celebrate their own patron saint.

 

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Country Observances

Holiday Date Country Holiday Observance Type Religion/Belief
Maundy Thursday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Good Friday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Easter Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Easter Monday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Labour Day / May Day Public, Popular
Corpus Christi Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Arbor Day - Costa Rica Noteworthy
Christmas Eve Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Christmas Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
New Years Eve Popular
New Year's Day Popular
Epiphany Religious/Beliefs Christianity
International Women's Day Popular