About Peru Holidays & Observances
Public holidays in Peru (frequently termed feriados nacionales locally) represent dates defined by government legislation to provide workers and schools with paid time off. These holidays are deeply rooted in the nation's civic, historical, and religious fabric.
Whether celebrating foundational national acts like Independence, honoring local heroes, or observing significant spiritual and seasonal celebrations, the Peru holiday calendar is highly diverse. When holidays fall on weekends, businesses and government authorities often declare a substitute public holiday on the preceding Friday or following Monday to extend long weekends.
Planning Around Long Weekends
Long weekends are marked in amber shading in the table above. These days represent exceptional high-ROI travel and relaxation periods. Planning holiday logistics ahead of time can unlock maximum efficiency for personal and family travel schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions — Peru Public Holidays
Peru observes 16 to 17 public holidays, including traditional Christian observances and historic civic dates like Battle of Ayacucho.
Non-working days are optional holidays primarily for the public sector; hours missed must be compensated for, unlike statutory paid holidays.