Puerto Rico Public Holidays 2016

Below you'll find 2016's official holidays for Puerto Rico. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.

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There are 20 public holidays in Puerto Rico for 2016. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.

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Date	Day	Holiday name
2016-01-01	Fri	New Year's Day
2016-01-06	Wed	Epiphany
2016-01-11	Mon	Birthday of Eugenio María de Hostos
2016-01-18	Mon	Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2016-02-15	Mon	Washington's Birthday
2016-02-18	Thu	Birthday of Luis Muñoz Marín
2016-03-22	Tue	Emancipation Day
2016-04-16	Sat	Birthday of José de Diego
2016-05-30	Mon	Memorial Day
2016-07-04	Mon	Independence Day
2016-07-18	Mon	Birthday of Don Luis Muñoz Rivera
2016-07-25	Mon	Puerto Rico Constitution Day
2016-07-27	Wed	Birthday of Dr. José Celso Barbosa
2016-09-05	Mon	Labour Day
2016-10-10	Mon	Columbus Day
2016-11-11	Fri	Veterans Day
2016-11-19	Sat	Discovery of Puerto Rico
2016-11-24	Thu	Thanksgiving Day
2016-12-25	Sun	Christmas Day
2016-12-26	Mon	Christmas Day (substitute day)

Experience Puerto Rico's Unique Culture Through its Public Holidays

Puerto Rico's public holidays reflect its rich history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Puerto Rican culture.