Dormition of the Mother of God in 🇬🇷 Greece
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
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Type
Public Holiday
Dormition of the Mother of God in Greece
Greece celebrates the Dormition of the Mother of God (Κοίμηση Θεοτόκου) on August 15th as one of the most important Orthodox feasts; many Greeks return to their villages for the celebration, making it Greece's second Christmas.
About Dormition of the Mother of God
Eastern Orthodox and Catholic feast on August 15 commemorating the death and bodily resurrection of the Virgin Mary, celebrated with church services, processions, and Marian devotions.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Aug. 15 | Thursday |
| 2025 | Aug. 15 | Friday |
| 2026 | Aug. 15 | Saturday |
| 2027 | Aug. 15 | Sunday |
| 2028 | Aug. 15 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | Aug. 15 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | Aug. 15 | Thursday |