In Panama in 2026, the best annual leave opportunity is Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge (31 October – 5 November), where just 1 leave day delivers 6 consecutive days off — a 6.0× ROI. There are 13 public holidays in Panama in 2026, with Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge and Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge also offering strong returns.
Panama has an impressive 19 public holidays per year — one of the highest counts in the world — spread across national independence celebrations in October and November. The November independence cluster alone includes four public holidays within 28 days, creating outstanding leave stacking opportunities. Use PocketLeave to calculate your best leave opportunities for 2026 and get the most out of every day off.
Top 3 Leave Opportunities in 2026
Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge
Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge
Separation Day, Flag Day & More Bridge
Panama Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| 9 Jan 2026 | Martyr's Day | Friday |
| 16 Feb 2026 | Carnival | Monday |
| 17 Feb 2026 | Carnival | Tuesday |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Good Friday | Friday |
| 1 May 2026 | Labour Day | Friday |
| 3 Nov 2026 | Separation Day | Tuesday |
| 4 Nov 2026 | Flag Day | Wednesday |
| 5 Nov 2026 | Colon Day | Thursday |
| 10 Nov 2026 | Shout in Villa de los Santos | Tuesday |
| 28 Nov 2026 | Independence Day | Saturday |
| 8 Dec 2026 | Mother's Day | Tuesday |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Christmas Day | Friday |
Frequently Asked Questions — Panama
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