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Holidays & Observances in Colombia

Colombia is a Spanish-speaking country in South America. Its culture is derived from Spanish, African, and Native cultures. A vast majority of Colombians are Christian, most practicing Roman Catholicism. Catholic holidays and saint days are very important in Colombia and are practiced across the country. The most important is probably Christmas, which is celebrated for several weeks starting in mid-December and ending on Epiphany, or Three Kings Day as it is known in Latin America. Some Colombians celebrate Three Kings Day similarly to how many others celebrate Christmas, with family get-togethers and gift exchanges.

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Country Observances

Holiday Date Country Holiday Observance Type Religion/Belief
Good Friday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Easter Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Easter Monday Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Day of Trees - Colombia Noteworthy
Ascension Day Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Corpus Christi Religious/Beliefs Christianity
Independence Day in Columbia Public
Columbus Day Public
All Saints' Day Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Catholic
Feast of the Immaculate Conception Religious/Beliefs Christianity, Catholic
Christmas Eve Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
Christmas Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular Christianity
New Years Eve Popular
New Year's Day Popular
Epiphany Religious/Beliefs Christianity
International Women's Day Popular