Uruguay celebrations are spent with family and friends in feasts, parties or a simple getaway to popular places for a long vacation. The people practice traditional customs and cook traditional food during the holidays.
Saturday, 1 January 2011: New Year’s Day
People in Uruguay spend their time with their families during the New Year. They go to family dinners in their homes or in restaurants. Parties with friends with traditional foods are also one way of celebrating the New Year.
Thursday, 6 January 2011: Epiphany
Epiphany is celebrated among Christians as the day when the Child Jesus was presented to the Magi and also the day of Christ’s Baptism.
Monday, 7 March 2011: Carnaval
Tuesday, 8 March 2011: Carnaval
This traditional holiday is celebrated with traditional festivities, parades, theatres and shows that display Uruguayan culture.
Monday, 18 April 2011: Landing of the 33 Patriots Holiday
This holiday celebrates the 33 patriots who had died fighting for independence against the Brazilians in 1825. Speeches honoring those who died are held on this day.
Thursday, 21 April 2011: Maundy Thursday
This is a religious Christian holiday that celebrates the “Last Supper” of Christ.
Friday, 22 April 2011: Good Friday
This holiday is a religious Christian day commemorating the crucifixion of Christ.
Sunday, 1 May 2011: Labor Day
This day commemorates the rights of the country workers.
Wednesday, 18 May 2011: Battle of Las Piedras Day
This day is to commemorate the battle against Spain lead by Jose Artigas.
Sunday, 19 June 2011: Jose Artigas Birthday / Dia del Nunca Mas
This day celebrates the birthday of the leader of the Battle of Las Piedras Day, Jose Artigas.
Monday, 18 July 2011: Constitution Day
This day celebrates the adoption of the Constitution of Uruguay in 1830.
Thursday, 25 August 2011: Independence Day
This day celebrates their Independence from Brazil back in 1825.
Monday, 10 October 2011: Dia de la Raza / Sarandi Battle Holiday
This day celebrates “Columbus Day” at the same time remembering the battle in 1825.
Wednesday, 2 November 2011: All Souls’ Day
This day is to honor and pray for those who have departed. On this day, people visit the graves of their departed loved ones.
Sunday, 25 December 2011: Christmas Day
Christmas is celebrated by the Christians as the day Christ was born.
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