BelizevsMexico
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
3
Days you're both off
11
Only Belize
4
Only Mexico
What the numbers say
In 2026, Belize has 14 nationwide public holidays and Mexico has 7, so Belize gets 7 more days off. They line up on 3 dates, including New Year's Day, Labour Day and Christmas Day.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Belize has 11 on working days (3 fall on a weekend), against 7 for Mexico (0 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Belize offers 7 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 4 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Mexico offers 5 and 1. Belize has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is April in Belize and January in Mexico.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Belize
Mexico is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Mexico
Belize is working these days.