Spanish holiday guide
La Rioja Day
La Rioja Day on 9 June marks the 1982 sanction of the region’s Statute of Autonomy.
What it means
It is the official civic holiday celebrating Riojan self-government and identity.
Origin and history
Ley Orgánica 3/1982 (9 June) created the Statute; Ley 4/1985 declared 9 June Día de La Rioja.
How it is observed in Spain
Government-organised institutional acts and a regional public holiday.
Interesting facts
- Date of the 1982 Statute sanction.
- Also called the Estatuto de San Millán.
- Fixed as a holiday by Ley 4/1985 on Riojan identity symbols.
Public calendar
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Holiday status depends on place. See the official calendar pages for the locations covered by this guide.