Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Uruguay's calendar blends patriotic anniversaries, Catholic traditions, and the world's longest Carnival.
| Celebration | Date | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Carnaval | Feb/Mar (40 days before Easter) | Parades (Las Llamadas), candombe drumming, murgas (satirical opera), tablados (open-air stages); lasts 40+ days. |
| Semana Santa / Easter | Holy Week + Easter Sunday | Religious processions (especially in Montevideo & colonial towns); family gatherings; chocolate eggs. |
| Landing of the 33 Orientals | April 19 | Patriotic; commemorates 1825 landing that sparked independence from Brazil. |
| Workers' Day | May 1 | Union marches, rallies, asados (BBQs). |
| Battle of Las Piedras | May 18 | 1811 victory over Spanish; parades, school ceremonies. |
| Artigas' Birthday | June 19 | Honors national hero José Gervasio Artigas; civic ceremonies. |
| Constitution Day | July 18 | 1830 constitution sworn; official ceremonies, Te Deum. |
| Independence Day | August 25 | 1825 declaration; main national holiday—parades, fireworks, asados, folklore. |
| Day of the Race / Diversity | October 12 | Replaces "Columbus Day"; celebrates multicultural heritage. |
| All Saints' / Day of the Dead | November 2 | Cemetery visits, flowers, masses. |
| Christmas / New Year | Dec 25 / Jan 1 | Family asados, fireworks on the Rambla (Montevideo), cider, panettone. |