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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Day Before Assumption of Mary
Friday, August 14, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Varies
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
FRI
14
Holiday
SAT
15
Weekend
SUN
16
Weekend
3-day weekend (August 14 – August 16)
📣 Traveler notes
Vatican City, the global center of Catholicism, is the world's smallest country by area and population. It features major historical and artistic attractions, such as St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel.
- Expect crowds, particularly during religious holidays.
- Adhere to local dress codes when entering sacred spaces.
- Purchase required tickets in advance for museums and attractions.
- Respect local customs and religious practices.
- Dress modestly and respectfully when visiting religious sites.
About this holiday
The Assumption of Mary celebrates the Catholic dogma that Mary was taken body and soul into heaven, a belief defined by Pope Pius XII on November 1, 1950. The holiday is observed on August 15th.