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Assumption of Mary

Public HolidayMajor
Assumption of Mary — Public Holiday

Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Hemelvaart

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Details

Country
BE Belgium
Scope
Nationwide
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes — official day off
Month
August 2026

Business Impact

Impact Description
Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.

Notes

A Catholic feast celebrating the belief that the Virgin Mary was taken up, body and soul, into heaven at the end of her earthly life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Assumption of Mary a public holiday in Belgium?
Yes, Assumption of Mary is an official public holiday in Belgium. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
When is Assumption of Mary 2026?
Assumption of Mary 2026 falls on August 15, 2026.
What is Assumption of Mary called locally in Belgium?
Assumption of Mary is locally known as "Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Hemelvaart" in Belgium.
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Also Celebrated In

CountryDateDayImpact
BEBelgium(current)Aug 15, 2026Sat—
PLPolandAug 15, 2026Sat—
BFBurkina FasoAug 15, 2026Sat—
PTPortugalAug 15, 2026Sat—
MCMonacoAug 15, 2026Sat—
PMSaint Pierre and MiquelonAug 15, 2026Sat—
ATAustriaAug 15, 2026Sat—
HTHaitiAug 15, 2026Sat—
LULuxembourgAug 15, 2026Sat—
REReunionAug 15, 2026Sat—

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