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Maundy Thursday 2026 in Mexico

Maundy Thursday (Jueves Santo) is a bank holiday in Mexico prior to Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday. Jesus’ last supper is remembered on this day.

Is Maundy Thursday a Public Holiday?

Maundy Thursday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Jesus in the clouds

Maundy Thursday is part of Holy Week, which observes Jesus' last days, his death, and resurrection.

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Celebrate Maundy Thursday

Feature movies, cartoons or documentaries related to biblical stories, particularly about Jesus’ life, are often shown on television during Holy Week. Many people travel on vacation during the Holy Week long weekend so tourist destinations, particularly along the coast of Mexico, can be quite busy.

What's Open or Closed?

Most banks and schools are closed in Mexico on Maundy Thursday.

About Maundy Thursday

Roman Catholicism is the predominant religion in Mexico, so Maundy Thursday is part of the Holy Week events across the country and within the church worldwide.

About Maundy Thursday in Other Countries

Read more about Maundy Thursday.

Maundy Thursday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2021 Thu Apr 1 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2022 Thu Apr 14 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2023 Thu Apr 6 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2024 Thu Mar 28 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2025 Thu Apr 17 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2026 Thu Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2027 Thu Mar 25 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2028 Thu Apr 13 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2029 Thu Mar 29 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2030 Thu Apr 18 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday
2031 Thu Apr 10 Maundy Thursday Bank holiday

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