Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in Cuba · Día de la Victoria
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 January | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 January | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Cuba.
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
Thu 31 Dec – Sun 3 Jan 2027 is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Havana around 2 January: high 28°C (83°F), low 21°C (69°F), rain on 6% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Havana. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 2 January in Havana: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Cuba
Friday, 26 March 2027
Victory Day in other countries
Guadeloupe
Martinique
Saint Barthélemy
Saint Martin
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Belarus
Czechia
Estonia
France
French Guiana
More for Cuba
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.