Day of Race in Mexico
In 2026, Day of Race falls on Monday, 12 October 2026.
Photo by Galen Crout on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About Day of Race
Day of Race, or Día de la Raza, commemorates the encounter between European and indigenous cultures in the Americas. It reflects on the complex history, heritage, and identity of the Mexican people and the broader Hispanic world. It serves as a day to honor the cultural contributions of diverse ancestral origins.
Day of Race dates in Mexico
Observance dates for Day of Race across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 Oct 2023 | Thursday | Day of Race |
| 2024 | 12 Oct 2024 | Saturday | Day of Race |
| 2025 | 12 Oct 2025 | Sunday | Day of Race |
| 2026This year | 12 Oct 2026 | Monday | Day of Race |
| 2027 | 12 Oct 2027 | Tuesday | Day of Race |
| 2028 | 12 Oct 2028 | Thursday | Day of Race |
| 2029 | 12 Oct 2029 | Friday | Day of Race |
| 2030 | 12 Oct 2030 | Saturday | Day of Race |
| 2031 | 12 Oct 2031 | Sunday | Day of Race |
12 Oct 2023
Thursday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2024
Saturday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2025
Sunday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2026
Monday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2027
Tuesday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2028
Thursday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2029
Friday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2030
Saturday · Day of Race
12 Oct 2031
Sunday · Day of Race
