Buenos Aires, Feb 6 (NA) — As the new year begins and in anticipation of a new national holiday, a large number of Argentinians are enjoying a surprising extra day off this Friday, February 6. According to the Argentine News Agency, many are taking advantage of this unexpected day of rest to create their own long weekend of up to three days.
Holiday today, Friday, February 6: Where and why This Friday, February 6, is a holiday in the Buenos Aires locality of Tres Lomas, as it celebrates its founding anniversary.
This is a local holiday for state, banking, and education employees; while it is optional for the rest of the activities, leaving it to the employers' discretion.
When is the next long national weekend in Argentina The next holiday will be a double one, as part of the Carnival celebrations. This year, it falls on Monday, February 16, and Tuesday, February 17, making for a four-day long weekend.
