Assumption of Mary
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Burkina Faso- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- August 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
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 Burkina Faso?
- Yes, Assumption of Mary is an official public holiday in Burkina Faso. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Assumption of Mary 2026?
- Assumption of Mary 2026 falls on August 15, 2026.
Also Celebrated In
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burkina Faso(current) | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Poland | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Portugal | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Monaco | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Saint Pierre and Miquelon | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Belgium | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Austria | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Haiti | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Luxembourg | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |
 Reunion | Aug 15, 2026 | Sat | — |