Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Colombia · Día de la Independencia
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 July | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 20 July | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Colombia.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Monday 19 July off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 17 Jul – Tue 20 Jul).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Bogota around 20 July: high 24°C (74°F), low 14°C (56°F), rain on 76% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Bogota. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 20 July in Bogota: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Colombia
Saturday, 7 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Guyana
Peru
Suriname
Venezuela
Åland Islands
Algeria
American Samoa
Antigua and Barbuda
More for Colombia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.