¿Qué se celebra hoy 17 de octubre de 2026 en Panamá? ✅

Hoy no se celebra ningún feriado en Panamá, pero el próximo día no laborable y festivo en Panamá es Separación de Panamá de Colombia el 03 de noviembre de 2026. Take advantage of enjoying these days off in Panama after so much work, keep in mind that according to MITRADEL in Article 47 of the Labor Code in Panama, if a day off due to national holidays or national mourning, previously set by law, coincides with a Sunday, the following Monday will be enabled as a mandatory weekly rest day.

Regarding the Banking Calendar, the Panama Banking Association indicates that on national holidays the Panama Clearing House does not provide document exchange and clearing services between Panamanian banks, which is why the payment and electronic transfer services of the ACH network are not available, so transactions made on the indicated days will be processed on the next business day.

Likewise, for foreign visitors who have or are going to start some commercial relationship with Panamanian companies in the Colon Free Zone or if they decide to visit it, it is good that they know the national and regional public holidays in Panama, so that Panamanian anniversaries do not catch them off guard.

According to the Panama Labor Code in article 46 and the popular Panamanian festivals celebrated by communities and districts, this is the calendar of holidays and non-working days in Panama:

The Holiday Law in Panama is established in article 46 of the Panama Labor Code, modified by Laws No. 55 of 2001 and No. 305 of 2001, detailing the days considered as mandatory rest due to national holiday or mourning. This article is essential to understand the legal framework of Panama holidays and how rest days are managed in different circumstances.

It is important that every Panamanian worker is ready and fully prepared for vacations, because apart from having good performance in their work life, resting and recharging energy are equally important. According to Panamanian labor legislation, employees are entitled to paid annual vacations after 11 continuous months working with the same employer.

This law has many variants from a practical point of view, such as: the employee does not take the vacation when it is due, the employee does not take the thirty days in a row, etc. The duration of the vacation is 30 days (1 day off for every 11 worked). To calculate the days worked that give the right to vacations, weekly rests, national holidays or days of mourning, sick leave within the limits described in articles 200 and 208 of that legal instrument, and other interruptions authorized by the employer will be counted.

According to article 59 of the Panama Labor Code, when accumulated vacations exceed two months, employees lose the right to enjoy those vacations and travel; however, they do not lose the right to receive the vacation pay.

These Days Off in Panama are an opportunity for Panamanians to relax, gather with friends and family, and enjoy Panama’s culture; they include official holidays, as well as some religious and local holidays. Among the main official holidays are Independence Day (November 28) and Mother’s Day (December 8). In addition, there are some religious holidays like Holy Week, Easter, and All Saints’ Day. Finally, local holidays usually vary by region, but some of the most common are Carnival in Panama, the National Mejorana Festival, the Fried Fish Festival, the Festival of the Devils, and the Las Tablas Carnival.

November is considered the Month of the Homeland in Panama, as during this period two important events related to the country’s independence are celebrated: November 3 and 28. In essence, these days commemorate two momentous moments in Panamanian history that interestingly took place in the same month. The Panamanian people celebrate various patriotic anniversaries that are a cause for joy and festivity for all its citizens. During this month, the country is filled with patriotic spirit, with the tricolor flag adorning public and private buildings. The most notable dates in November are:

• November 3: Day of the Separation of Panama from Colombia in 1903, an important milestone in the struggle for Panama’s independence.
• November 4: National Symbols Day, a time to honor Panama’s national emblems.
• November 5: Colon Day, which commemorates the liberation of the city and port of Colon from Colombian influence, marking the consolidation of independence.
• November 10: Day of the First Cry of Independence, celebrating the beginning of the struggle for independence from Spain, starting in Los Santos.
• November 28: Independence Day from Spain, marking the end of Spanish domination in Panama after a series of struggles and battles.

August 26 to 28, 2025 at the ATLAPA Convention Center. The main objective of the Wholesale Trade Fair is to offer an outstanding opportunity to interact with the companies established in the Free Zone and the representatives of the leading brands that export products from Panama to various Latin American nations. At this event, attendees will be able to access valuable information about the range of products and services available, as well as explore the various logistical alternatives for transporting their purchases. In essence, this fair represents a favorable environment to forge commercial relationships that can result in future acquisitions. Furthermore, it should be noted that many exhibitors offer exclusive discounts and promotions to visitors, which means there are still numerous exceptional opportunities to take advantage of during your visit.