Labor Day
Nationwide public holiday in Panama · Día del Trabajo
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Panama.
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.
Typical weather in Panama City around 1 May: high 31°C (87°F), low 26°C (80°F), rain on 79% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Panama City. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 May in Panama City: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Panama
Wednesday, 3 November 2027
Labor Day in other countries
Aruba
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Curaçao
Dominican Republic
El Salvador
Guadeloupe
Guatemala
Honduras
Martinique
Mexico
Nicaragua
Puerto Rico
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.