Complete List of Public Holidays in Cádiz Province and Costa Ballena for 2026
2026 has only just begun, but many people are already scanning the calendar to see which dates are worth circling in red. In Spain, public holidays matter. They shape travel patterns, affect opening hours, and quietly influence how towns move through the year.
In Andalucía, the working calendar is built around national and regional public holidays, all of them paid and non-recoverable, plus two local holidays set by each municipality. These local days are often tied to patron saints, historic events, or long-standing local fairs — and they can feel very different from one town to the next.
For those staying in Costa Ballena, the most relevant local holidays are set by the neighbouring towns of Rota and Chipiona:
- Rota: 4 May and 7 October
- Chipiona: 23 February and 8 September
On these days, town halls close, some shops reduce hours, and local celebrations or events are common. Beaches and promenades, however, tend to be lively rather than quiet — especially when the holiday falls near a weekend.
Beyond the local calendar, Andalucía observes a total of twelve national and regional public holidays in 2026, set by the Spanish government and the Junta de Andalucía. These dates apply across the entire region, including Cádiz province:
- 1 January – New Year’s Day
- 6 January – Epiphany (Three Kings’ Day)
- 28 February – Andalusia Day
- 2 April – Maundy Thursday
- 3 April – Good Friday
- 1 May – Labour Day
- 15 August – Assumption of the Virgin
- 12 October – Spain’s National Day
- 2 November – All Saints’ Day
- 7 December – Constitution Day
- 8 December – Immaculate Conception
- 25 December – Christmas Day
Golf courses usually operate as normal, restaurants stay open, and coastal areas rarely feel shut down — even on public holidays. Inland towns and administrative services are another story.
When planning trips around Cádiz in 2026, understanding the holiday calendar makes life simpler. Fewer surprises. Better planning. And, occasionally, a welcome extra day that feels like a bonus rather than a disruption.
If you’re planning your stay around Costa Ballena and want help timing it right, this calendar is a good place to start.