Some workers will be able to enjoy an extra day off this week, as July 25 celebrates Santiago Apóstol, the feast of Saint James the Apostle, which, as it is a Thursday this year, will lead to a long weekend for some.
July 25 is not a national holiday throughout Spain, but is considered one of the four replaceable holidays that each autonomous community can adjust according to its particularities and needs. Therefore, not all regions of the country celebrate this date. However, July 25 is a holiday in five autonomous communities, each with its own particular meaning and tradition:
Galicia: In this region, July 25th has a special significance. It commemorates the Day of Galicia, one of the most significant festivities for Galicians. The celebration of the Day of Santiago Apóstol in Galicia is an occasion to celebrate regional identity and enjoy various cultural activities.
Madrid: In the Spanish capital, July 25 has been declared a public holiday in 2024 instead of moving the public holiday of December 8, the day of the Immaculate Conception, to the following Monday. This decision offers Madrid residents a short summer break, providing a break in the middle of the summer season.
Cantabria: In this community in the north of Spain, July 25 is also an opportunity to enjoy a day off in the middle of summer, adding a respite to the work routine.
Navarra: As in the other regions mentioned, the inhabitants of Navarra will be able to enjoy the holiday of July 25, which will allow them to take a short break during the summer.
Basque Country: This community also celebrates July 25, making the day a public holiday and offering its residents a chance to disconnect from work.
When and where will the next national holiday be?
For the rest of Spain, the next national holiday will be Thursday, August 15, in commemoration of the Day of the Assumption. This holiday, which comes almost at the end of summer, will be the next opportunity for a general rest throughout the country.
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