Mother's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Panama · Día de la Madre
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 December | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 December | Wednesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Panama.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Monday 7 December off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 5 Dec – Tue 8 Dec).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Panama City around 8 December: high 29°C (85°F), low 26°C (78°F), rain on 59% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Panama City. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 8 December in Panama City: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Panama
Sunday, 20 December 2026
Mother's Day in other countries
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Nicaragua
Georgia
Latvia
Lithuania
Madagascar
Malawi
North Korea
Samoa
Syrian Arab Republic
Tajikistan
More for Panama
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.