Day of Indigenous Resistance

Nationwide public holiday in Venezuela · Día de la Resistencia Indígena

Next Day of Indigenous Resistance

Monday, 12 October 2026

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
202612 OctoberMondayNationwide
202712 OctoberTuesdayNationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Venezuela.

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 Caracas around 12 October: high 30°C (86°F), low 23°C (73°F), rain on 37% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Caracas. Past averages, not a forecast.

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