Public holidays in Mexico

Most Mexican holidays are Christian, though they are a little more economical than elsewhere. Whitsunt does not take place at all (as is rare outside Europe, anyway), and Christmas and Easter are each limited to one day.

But there are some valuable historical days on the Mexican calendar. The best known, although not a non-working holiday, is the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus. Benito Juárez García was President of Mexico from 1861-1872 and is considered the country's greatest reformer. Today his birthday finds a firm place on March 21.

But Mexico is also the land of the fiestas. Festivities are typically celebrated extensively and with an emphasis on culture. In addition to national holidays, almost every city and village has its own regional holiday, which in most cases is based on a local patron saint.


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