Carnival has already passed this year.
Monday, February 16, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Monday, February 16, 2026
- Day of the week
- Monday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 8
- Day of year
- 47
- Local time zone
- America/Panama
- Currency
- PAB
All 2026 dates
In 2026, Carnival is observed on 2 separate dates in Panama.
| Date | Weekday |
|---|---|
| February 16, 2026 | Monday |
| February 17, 2026 | Tuesday |
Long-weekend planner
Carnival falls on a Monday in 2026, giving you a natural three-day weekend with no extra leave.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In Panama, Carnival is observed on February 16, 2026, February 17, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Carnival falls on a Monday.
Yes. Carnival is a public holiday observed nationwide in Panama.
Carnival was on February 16, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Carnival in Panama is on February 8, 2027.
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The Carnival date for Panama 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.