The unexpected holiday will benefit thousands of workers who will be able to enjoy a break in the middle of their work weeks.
The holidays They allow workers to regain their energy through an extra day of rest. Many Argentines benefit from a break between their work week due to the announcement of the new holiday for the Tuesday October 8. This day allows thousands of people to meet with their loved ones or enjoy their favorite hobbies.
During these dates there is also an increase in tourist activity in the country. Workers often take advantage of the time to tour the towns near their homes. These destinations are usually affordable due to their proximity and allow you to learn about part of Argentine history and the beautiful landscapes that the country contains.
Who is entitled to the October 8 holiday?
The official statement announced that those who benefited from the brand new holiday are the citizens of the Buenos Aires San Andrés de Giles party. The authorities reported that this date is commemorated on Founder’s Day of Saint Andrew of Giles. This celebration was made official through Decree Number 272/17 to honor Father Vicente Piñero, who organized a mass on October 8, 1793 to accept the lands donated by Don Francisco de Suero y Giles, in the name of the Child God and Saint José.
It was also mentioned that it is a non-working day for the public administration and for the banks of the Province of Buenos Aires. It was also noted that essential on-call services in hospitals and sanatoriums will be maintained. This holiday is optional for industries, businesses and other workers. It is framed under Law 27,399, which allows each municipality to celebrate the most important dates for their localities.
How many national holidays are left in 2024 in Argentina
Argentina holidays
In total, there remain 5 national holidays and two long weekends for all of Argentina. The first of them is that it will be produced in October and that was mentioned above. While the next one will be in November, when National Sovereignty Day will be moved from the 20th to Monday the 18th.
The holidays remaining in 2024
- October 11: Holiday for tourist purposes.
- October 12: Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity.
- November 20: National Sovereignty Day.
- December 8: Day of the Immaculate Conception of Mary.
- December 25: Christmas.
Source: Ambito
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