Constitution Day in Spain
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Constitution Day is observed on 6 December, commemorating the 1978 referendum that approved Spain's current Constitution. Sunday rest-day treatment may vary by autonomous community.
Constitution Day
Holiday
Spain
Country
2026
Next Date Year
Sunday
Day
Dec
06
December 6, 2026
Constitution Day Date in Spain
Date
December 6, 2026
Day
Sunday
Public Holiday
Yes
Bank Holiday
No
Date Confirmed
Yes
Constitution Day Dates in Spain
Constitution Day 2026
- Confirmed Confirmed fixed statutory date; Spain BOE 2026 national holiday calendar; regional Sunday replacement not encoded nationally
Constitution Day 2027
- Confirmed
Constitution Day 2028
- Estimated — subject to official confirmation
History of Constitution Day
The Constitution was approved by referendum on 6 December 1978. In 1983, the date was formally designated an annual public celebration and national labour holiday.
Importance of Constitution Day
Constitution Day in Spain affects statutory rest, public services, banking and travel. Spain's annual BOE calendar should be checked alongside the relevant autonomous-community calendar.
How Constitution Day Is Celebrated in Spain
The Cortes Generales and other institutions hold civic commemorations, while educational and public programmes focus on constitutional democracy.
Office Impact
Public administrations and many businesses close. Essential services, hospitality and transport continue on reduced or special schedules.
Bank Impact
Bank branches generally close, while digital banking remains available. Branch and settlement processing normally resumes on the next banking day.
School Impact
Schools close on labour holidays, subject to autonomous-community and local academic calendars.
Travel Information
Constitution Day can combine with the 8 December holiday to create strong travel demand. Sunday treatment must be checked in the applicable autonomous community.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Constitution Day in Spain?
It is fixed on 6 December; consult the autonomous-community calendar for any Sunday replacement.
Is it a public holiday?
Yes. It is included in Spain's national labour-holiday framework.
Do Sunday replacement rules apply nationwide?
The actual holiday date is national, but autonomous communities can make different choices about the related rest day.