Columbus Day 2025 — Costa Rica
About Columbus Day
Columbus Day is a public holiday in Costa Rica, observed on October 12, 2025 (Sunday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Columbus Day falls on a Sunday, which is already part of the weekend.
Key Facts
Columbus Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | October 12, 2024 | Saturday |
| 2025 | October 12, 2025 | Sunday |
| 2026 | October 9, 2026 | Friday |
| 2027 | October 12, 2027 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | October 12, 2028 | Thursday |
| 2029 | October 12, 2029 | Friday |
| 2030 | October 12, 2030 | Saturday |
Other Public Holidays in Costa Rica (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Friday, April 11, 2025 Gesta Heroica de Juan Santamaría Thursday, April 17, 2025 Maundy Thursday Friday, April 18, 2025 Good Friday Thursday, May 1, 2025 Labour Day Friday, July 25, 2025 Guanacaste Day Saturday, August 2, 2025 Our Lady of Los Ángeles Friday, August 15, 2025 Mother's Day Monday, September 15, 2025 Independence Day Thursday, December 25, 2025 Christmas Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Columbus Day in 2025?
Columbus Day in Costa Rica is on October 12, 2025 (Sunday).
Is Columbus Day a public holiday in Costa Rica?
Yes, Columbus Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Columbus Day 2025?
Columbus Day 2025 was on October 12, 2025 and has already passed.
Does Columbus Day fall on a weekend in 2025?
Yes, in 2025 Columbus Day falls on Sunday. Some countries may observe a substitute holiday on the following Monday.