Knowing about upcoming significant events in the country will give you the opportunity to plan future trips or activities with friends, family or colleagues. Although 2023 is only three months away from completion, in Colombia there are still numerous festivities to celebrate. This means that there will be more days available to take a break from work, school or university obligations. Therefore, we extend an invitation to you to review the detailed information presented in this Depor article, so that you do not miss the opportunity to enjoy these holidays.
It is important to remember that this year, some holidays have been scheduled to coincide with Mondays, with the aim of extending rest periods and allowing people to enjoy shorter but effective vacations. According to the calendar, there will be a total of 13 holidays that will fall on Mondays, with the month of April, during Holy Week, being the period with the greatest number of these holidays.
Holidays and public holidays in Colombia
- Monday, October 16: Columbus Day
- Monday, November 6: All Saints’ Day
- Monday, November 13: Independence of Cartagena
- Friday, December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception
- Monday, December 25: Christmas Day
How much will they pay if you work on a holiday?
Law 51 of 1983 guarantees that both public and private sector employees have the right to enjoy “paid leave” during official holidays. In accordance with the provisions of the Substantive Labor Code, specifically in its article 179, it is established that workers are obliged to receive an additional compensation of 75% for holidays and Sundays on which they perform their duties.
Recommendations for the holidays
If you are planning a trip with family or friends, it is essential that you plan in advance the places you want to visit and look for suitable accommodation options. Please note that during these dates, many people tend to travel, so it is important to remain patient. Additionally, although some people choose to travel abroad, you can also take advantage of the beauty and charm of Colombia’s towns.
How many bridges are there in 2023?
Only the months of February and September lack official holidays. Most of the holidays are concentrated in April, during the celebration of Holy Week, which makes it one of the periods with the most days of rest in the year 2023. However, April will not be the only month with notable holidays. , since in July many citizens will also be granted days off.