Emancipation Day
Nationwide public holiday in Puerto Rico
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 22 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 23 March | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) Observed day off for Emancipation Day (Sun 22 Mar) |
| 2027 | 22 March | Monday | Nationwide |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Puerto Rico.
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
Sat 20 Mar – Mon 22 Mar is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in San Juan around 22 March: high 29°C (84°F), low 24°C (75°F), rain on 49% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around San Juan. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 22 March in San Juan: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Puerto Rico
Friday, 26 March 2027
Emancipation Day in other countries
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Cayman Islands
Dominica
Grenada
Jamaica
Montserrat
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
More for Puerto Rico
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.