Events and Holidays in Colombia 2024

Colombia celebrates a variety of holidays and observances, reflecting its cultural, religious, and historical diversity. Here is a list of the national holidays for 2024:

• Monday 1 January - New Year's Day (Año Nuevo) Marking the beginning of the new year with festive events and fireworks.
• Monday 8 January - Epiphany (Día de los Reyes Magos): Marks the visit of the Three Wise Men and is a public holiday in some regions.
• Monday 25 March - Saint Joseph's Day (Día de San José) This day is dedicated to Saint Joseph, who is revered as the foster father of Jesus Christ in Christian belief. It is a day for honoring Saint Joseph's role in the Holy Family and reflecting on his qualities of care, humility, and dedication.
• Thursday 28 March - Holy Thursday (Jueves Santo): A Christian holy day that commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his apostles, as described in the Christian scriptures. This event is noted for Jesus' act of washing the feet of his disciples, an act of humility and service. Maundy Thursday is part of the Holy Week celebrations and takes place on the Thursday before Easter Sunday.
• Friday 29 March - Good Friday (Buen Viernes): This day is dedicated to Saint Joseph, who is revered as the foster father of Jesus Christ in Christian belief. It is a day for honoring Saint Joseph's role in the Holy Family and reflecting on his qualities of care, humility, and dedication.
• Wednesday 1 May - Labor Day (Día del Trabajo): A public holiday honoring workers and their contributions.
• Monday 13 May - Ascension Day (Ascensión de Jesús): A Christian holiday celebrated 40 days after Easter, commemorating the ascension of Jesus Christ.
• Monday 3 June - Corpus Christi (Corpus Christi): A Catholic celebration observed on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday, honoring the Eucharist.
• Monday 10 June - Feast of the Sacred Heart (Fiesta del Sagrado Corazón): Celebrated on the Friday after the Feast of Corpus Christi, it is a religious observance.
• Monday 1 July - Feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul (La Fiesta de San Pedro y San Pablo): Commemorates the martyrdom of the apostles, Saint Peter, and Saint Paul, and is observed by various Christian denominations.
• Saturday 20 July - Independence Day (Día de la Independencia): Commemorates the day in 1810 when the residents of Bogotá, inspired by a revolutionary spirit sweeping across Latin America, initiated a successful revolt against Spanish rule. The event, often symbolized by the breaking of a vase (El Florero de Llorente) marked the beginning of Colombia's journey towards independence, which was fully achieved in 1819.
• Wednesday 7 August - Battle of Boyacá (Batalla de Boyacá): Commemorating the Battle of Boyacá in 1819, a crucial event in the fight for independence.
• Monday 19 August - Assumption of Mary (Asunción de la Virgen): A Christian holiday commemorating the bodily taking up of the Virgin Mary into heaven.
• Monday 14 October - Discovery of America (Día de la Raza): Celebrated on October 12th, it commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas and recognizes the cultural diversity of the continent.
• Monday 4 November - All Saints' Day (Día de Todos los Santos): Celebrated on November 1st, honoring saints and departed loved ones.
• Monday 11 November - Independence of Cartagena (Independencia de Cartagena): Celebrated on November 11th, commemorating the independence of Cartagena from Spanish rule in 1811.
• Sunday 8 December - Immaculate Conception (Inmaculada Concepción): Celebrated on December 8th, it is a Christian feast day that honors the Virgin Mary's immaculate conception.
• Wednesday 25 December - Christmas Day (Navidad): Celebrated on December 25th, marking the birth of Jesus Christ with festive celebrations, decorations, and family gatherings.

These dates are a mix of religious, historical, and cultural observances that contribute to the rich tapestry of Colombian traditions. It is essential to note that some holidays are observed at the national level, while others may have regional variations in terms of customs and celebrations.