Spanish phrase
Es festivo ~.
Meaning
It is a public holiday in ___.
When to use it
States that a day is officially designated as a holiday. Used to explain closures of government offices and many businesses, neutral factual tone.
Example dialogue
Es festivo en Madrid.
It is a public holiday in Madrid.
Entonces muchos bancos y oficinas estarán cerrados.
Then many banks and offices will be closed.