Buenos Aires, Dec 5 (NA) – The last month of the year begins, and on the eve of a new national holiday, a large number of Argentines are enjoying this Friday, December 5th, as a surprising extra day off. According to Noticias Argentinas agency, many are benefiting from this unexpected rest day, creating their own long weekend. Holiday today, Friday December 5th: where and why This Friday, December 5th, is a holiday in several localities in Buenos Aires province, including General Pico, José C. Paz, General Viamonte, General Piris, General Alvear, Carlos Tejedor, Carmen de Areco, Chascomus, General Güemes, and Florentino Ameghino, due to patronal festivals and founding anniversaries. This is a municipal holiday for state, banking, and education employees; for other activities, it is optional, leaving the decision to employers.
