Assumption of Mary
La Asunción
Details
- Country
Colombia- 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 Colombia?
- Yes, Assumption of Mary is an official public holiday in Colombia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Assumption of Mary 2026?
- Assumption of Mary 2026 falls on August 17, 2026.
- What is Assumption of Mary called locally in Colombia?
- Assumption of Mary is locally known as "La Asunción" in Colombia.