Public holidays in Honduras are centered on Christianity and the commemoration of events in Honduran history. Each celebration is very important to many families across this country. They are often celebrated with extended family members, and friends. On a few of the most important holidays, such as Independence Day and holy week parades and processions are held from early morning to later in the afternoon or evening.
Public holidays
Non-obligatory
Date
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English name
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Spanish name
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Comments
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February 3
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Virgin of Suyapa's Day
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Nuestra Señora de Suyapa
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Our Lady of Suyapa is the Patroness of Honduras.
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March 19
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Father's Day
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Día del Padre
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Coincides with Saint Joseph's Day
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April 19
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Spanish Language Day
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Día del Idioma Española
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Honors the Spanish language and culture; coincides with the death of Miguel de Cervantes
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Second Sunday of May
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Mother's Day
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Día de la Madre
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June 11
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Student's Day
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Día del Estudiante
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July 20
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Lempira Day
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Día de Lempira
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Dedicated to a leader of the Lenca people who led the resistance against the Spanish conquistadors in the 1530s.
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September 1
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National Flag's Day
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Día de la Bandera
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September 10
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Children's Day
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Día del Niño
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September 17
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Teacher's Day
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Día del Maestro
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December 24
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Christmas Eve
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Noche Buena
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December 31
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New Year's Eve
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Vispera de Año Nuevo
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See also
Public holidays in North America |
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