There is a month that has three holidays, know which one it is so you can schedule it.
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He Colombia calendar for the year 2025 is marked by a series of holidays that provide Colombians with the opportunity to enjoy additional free time, celebrate cultural and religious traditions, and promote domestic tourism.
In total, it They will celebrate 17 holidays throughout the year, with the “holiday bridges” being one of the most notable features. These long days are the result of Law 51 of 1983, known as the Emiliani Law, promoted by the Former congressman Raimundo Emiliani Román.
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The Emiliani Law has a double purpose: on the one hand, it seeks Improve work productivity by reducing interruptions during the week; On the other hand, it promotes internal tourism, offering Colombians more opportunities to travel and rest. This regulation moved certain holidays to Mondays, thus creating long weekends or “bridges”which allows you to enjoy long breaks without greatly affecting the work day.
In 2025, the holiday calendar will be generous, with several key dates that will make it easier to plan vacations and special activities. Starting in May, the Colombians will enjoy two holidays per month, except for September, which does not have holidays, and October, which will only have one.
Although Some criticize that Colombia is one of the countries with the most holidays in the worldit is undeniable that these days provide significant benefits for the well-being of workers and families.
What is the month with the most holidays in Colombia?
In 2025, the The month of June stands out for having the largest number of holidayswith a total of three commemorative dates.
These Holidays will be celebrated on Mondays June 2, 23 and 30which will allow you to enjoy two consecutive festive long weekends, giving Colombians the opportunity to take advantage of these breaks to do various activities.
Each of these holidays has a special religious connotation. The first of them, the Monday, June 2, corresponds to the Corpus Christi holiday. This day is of great importance for Catholics, as it celebrates the real presence of Jesus Christ in the bread and wine consecrated during mass, symbols of the body and blood of Christ. For believers, it is a time to reaffirm their faith and venerate the Holy Sacrament.
He Monday, June 23, commemorates the Day of the Sacred Heart of Jesusa holiday that highlights divine love expressed through Jesus Christ. This celebration is based on the Gospel according to Saint John, where describes the heart of Jesus as the center of his love and sacrifice for humanitysymbolizing his unconditional dedication and spiritual connection with believers.
Finally, the Monday, June 30, the Day of Saint Peter and Saint Paul is celebratedtwo of the closest apostles to Jesus Christ. This holiday honors their work as pillars of Christianity, who, according to tradition, They experienced a profound personal transformation after their encounter with Christ. Saint Peter and Saint Paul are considered the great spreaders of the Christian message, and this day is an opportunity to remember their legacy and their dedication to the faith.
What is the month with the most holidays in Colombia 2025 and what is celebrated?
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When will the 2025 holidays be in Colombia?
In 2025, in Colombia, It has a total of 17 holidays that are set on the following dates:
- Wednesday, January 1: New Year.
- Monday, January 6: Three Kings Day.
- Monday March 24: Saint Joseph’s Day.
- Thursday April 17: Holy Thursday.
- Friday April 18: Good Friday.
- Thursday, May 1: International Labor Day.
- Monday June 2: Corpus Christi.
- Monday June 23: Day of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
- Monday June 30: Saint Peter and Saint Paul Day.
- Sunday, July 20: Colombian Independence Day.
- Thursday, August 7: Battle of Boyacá.
- Monday August 18: Day of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
- Monday October 13: Columbus Day.
- Monday, November 3: All Hallows.
- Monday, November 17: Cartagena Independence Day.
- Monday, December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception.
- Thursday, December 25: Christmas.
Source: Digital Integrated System.