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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Dormition of the Mother of God
Monday, August 28, 2028
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
SAT
26
Weekend
SUN
27
Weekend
MON
28
Holiday
3-day weekend (August 26 – August 28)
📣 Traveler notes
This is a religious holiday celebrated in Georgia and other regions; note that 'Georgia' refers to the country name rather than a specific location.
- Religious services may be held
- Potential for local festivities
- Observance dates may vary by church calendar
About this holiday
The Dormition of the Mother of God is a major feast in Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, and Eastern Catholic Churches. It commemorates the passing and ascension of Mary (the Theotokos). While primarily observed on August 15, it may fall on August 28 for churches using the Julian calendar or on the Sunday closest to August 15 in the Armenian Apostolic Church.