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What are the different types of Spanish bank holidays?

[00:00:04] Fiestas and Bank Holidays: In Spain, bank holidays are simply called fiestas, but they aren't called "red days" by locals. [00:00:58] The Three Colours: Local calendars use three colours: Red (National), Blue (Regional), and Green (Local) . [00:02:12] Regional Confusion: Shops may be closed in one village but open six minutes away in the next region due to different local or regional holidays. [00:02:58] Crossing the "Puente": A puente (bridge) is an extra day taken between two holidays to create a long break (e.g., taking the 7th of December off when the 6th and 8th are holidays) . [00:05:14] No Bank Holiday Mondays: Unlike the UK, if a holiday falls on a weekend, it is lost—it doesn't move to Monday. "¡Hola! On this culture clip, I'm explaining the use of the word fiesta and the different types of fiestas we have here in Spain. Even though fiesta has multiple meanings—because it means party, celebration, or what you guys call a 'red day'—the best translation when talking about the shops not being open would be a bank holiday. We don't call them 'red days'. Spanish people have no idea what you mean when you say 'día rojo'. There are three different colours on a Spanish calendar. Red is the one that is 'fiesta nacional'. Blue are the 'fiesta regional'. And in Green, that was the 'fiesta local'. A green day is a 'fiesta local', only to your village. In Pilar, where I live, we have the Fiestas del Pilar in October; they are green days. The whole of Pilar closes down, but in Murcia, six minutes from me, they're all open! It's because of the local, regional, or national status. Somewhere in Spain, every day is a 'fiesta local'. And then the word that a lot of you won't know is a 'puente'. Now, a 'puente', which translates to a bridge, you will see that shops will be closed on certain days and on the window it will say 'cerrado por puente', which means 'closed for a bridge'. A bridge is what we call a bank holiday that is taken between two official bank holidays. If there is a bank holiday on a Thursday, they will have the Friday extra and call it a 'puente' because you're bridging over from one holiday to the other. The most famous 'puente' is the one that we have in December between the 6th and the 8th—the 'Puente de la Constitución'. The 6th is Constitution Day, and the 8th is the Immaculate Conception. If they fall on a Tuesday and Thursday, they have the whole bloody week off school, which is ridiculous—nine days at home! One thing we don't do in Spain: if a bank holiday falls on a weekend, we do not move it to Monday. Please do not tell the Spanish people about this—the last thing we need is more bank holidays!" James Spanish School: Speak Real Castellano Ready to stop being a perpetual tourist and start speaking the Spanish that people actually use? James Spanish School is the specialised online system for English-speaking expats who are serious about mastering Castellano. Developed over 25 years of face-to-face instruction in the heart of the community, this method is designed to get you speaking with confidence and clarity. I provide the linguistic tools you need to bypass the frustration of the expat bubble and navigate daily life using the language as it is actually spoken in Spain. If you are tired of textbook Spanish that nobody uses in the street, it is time for a different approach. Join the hundreds of students who have already moved beyond basic phrases to achieve real fluency. Start your journey to speaking authentic Castellano today at: https://jamesspanishschool.com LEGAL DISCLAIMER The content provided by James Spanish School is for educational and informational purposes only, focusing on the instruction of the Castellano language. No Professional Advice: We do not provide legal, financial, tax, or residency advice. The information shared is of a general nature and should not be used as a substitute for professional counsel. Consult a Professional: For specific administrative, financial, or legal matters regarding your life in Spain, always consult a qualified professional, such as a registered solicitor (Abogado) or administrative agent (Gestor). No Liability: James Spanish School accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken or decisions made based on the information provided in this video. Copyright © 2026 James Spanish School. All Rights Reserved.