Spanish holiday guide
St Joseph's Day
St Joseph’s Day (San José) on 19 March honours Mary’s spouse; it is a public holiday in several Spanish communities, not nationwide.
What it means
Catholics venerate Joseph as foster father of Jesus and patron of workers; many Spaniards also mark it as a name day.
Origin and history
Fixed solemnity on 19 March; optional regional labour holiday in the Spanish calendar system.
How it is observed in Spain
Closures in Galicia, Murcia, Navarre, Basque Country, and Valencia (2026); Fallas climax in Valencia city is a local overlay.
Interesting facts
- 2026: Thursday 19 March in five communities.
- Not a national holiday.
- Fallas ≠ San José everywhere.
Public calendar
Check the 2026 dates
Holiday status depends on place. See the official calendar pages for the locations covered by this guide.