Events in the year 2026 in El Salvador.
Incumbents President: Nayib Bukele Vice President: Félix Ulloa
Events
February
15 February – The Navy of El Salvador announces the seizure of 6.6 tonnes of cocaine and the arrest of 10 people from the Tanzania-flagged vessel FMS Eagle, in the largest drug bust in Salvadoran history.
March
13 March – El Salvador and the United States sign Agreement 123 to cooperate on the opening of a nuclear power plant in El Salvador. 16 March – Vamos announces it will not nominate a presidential candidate in the 2027 presidential election. 17 March – The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador approves a constitutional amendment to allow the imposition of life imprisonment upon individuals convicted of murder, rape, or terrorism.
April 15 April – President Bukele signs into law the constitutional amendments approved by the Legislative Assembly in March.
July 24 July – The United States imposes a 10% tariff on El Salvador, citing the presence of alleged forced labor in the supply chain.
Holidays
1 January — New Year's Day 2 April – Maundy Thursday 3 April – Good Friday 4 April – Easter Saturday 1 May – Labour Day 10 May – Mother's Day 17 June – Father's Day 6 August – 15 September – Independence Day 2 November – All Saints' Day 25 December – Christmas Day
Deaths 5 October – William Osorio, 55, footballer (FAS, Isidro Metapán, national team).
References
External links Online calendar