New Year's Day 2026 — Ecuador
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Ecuador, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Ecuador New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Ecuador (2026)
Monday, February 16, 2026 Carnival Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Shrove Tuesday Thursday, April 2, 2026 Maundy Thursday Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 The Battle of Pichincha Monday, August 10, 2026 Declaration of Independence of Quito Thursday, September 10, 2026 Independence of Guayaquil Monday, November 2, 2026 All Souls' Day Tuesday, November 3, 2026 Independence of Cuenca
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Ecuador is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Ecuador?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.