Assumption Day (observed)
Assumption Day (observed) — a public holiday.
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<holidayfyi-holiday slug="assumption-day-observed"></holidayfyi-holiday>Key Information
- Calendar System
- gregorian
- Public Holiday
- Yes
About this Holiday
Substitute holiday for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary when August 15 falls on a weekend, ensuring Catholics receive a full day to observe this major Marian feast day.
Countries (4)
Upcoming Dates
| Date | Country | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 16, 2027 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 16, 2027 | 🇨🇲 Cameroon | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 16, 2027 | 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 16, 2027 | 🇧🇮 Burundi | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 21, 2028 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 20, 2029 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | Yes |
| Monday, Aug. 19, 2030 | 🇨🇴 Colombia | Yes |
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