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Public holidays in Argentina

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The following are the National public holidays and other observances of Argentina.

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Though holidays of many faiths are respected, public holidays usually include most Catholic based holidays. Historic holidays include the celebration of the May Revolution (25 May), Independence Day (9 July), National Flag Day (20 June) and the death of José de San Martín (17 August).

The extended family gathers on Christmas Eve at around 9 p.m. for dinner, music, and often dancing. Candies are served just before midnight, when the fireworks begin. They also open gifts from Papá Noel (Father Christmas or "Santa Claus"). New Year's Day is also marked with fireworks. Other widely observed holidays include Good Friday, Easter, Labor Day (1 May) and Veterans Day (formerly Malvinas Day, 2 April).

Public holidays in 2017

The "movable holidays" whose dates coincide with Tuesdays and Wednesdays will be moved to the previous Monday. Those that coincide with Thursday and Friday will be moved to the following Monday.

Non working days

The following are federal non-working national or religious holidays, during which people of the following faiths are excused from work:

Bicentennial Holidays

As part of the celebration of the Independence Day Bicentennial, the following extraordinary and one-time holidays were arranged:

  • February 27, 2012: Bicentenary of the creation of the Flag of Argentina and the first pledge to it.
  • September 24, 2012: Bicentenary of the Battle of Tucumán.
  • January 31, 2013: Bicentenary of the inaugural session of the Assembly of the Year XIII.
  • February 20, 2013: Bicentenary of the Battle of Salta.

    • Other observances

  • Teacher's Day (Día del Maestro) on September 11, commemorating the death of D. F. Sarmiento; only observed by primary school students.
  • Student's Day/Spring Day (Día del Estudiante/Día de la Primavera) on September 21; only observed by high-school and university students.
  • Friend's day (Día del Amigo) on July 20; unofficial.
  • Mothers' Day (Third Sunday of October)
  • Animals' Day (April 29)
  • Fathers' Day (Third Sunday of June)
  • Children's Day (Third Sunday of August)
  • Navy Day on May 17, for the victory at the Battle of Buceo

    • References

    Public holidays in Argentina Wikipedia
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