Assumption of Mary
Public HolidayMajor
L'Assomption de Marie
Details
- Country
Haiti- 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 Haiti?
- Yes, Assumption of Mary is an official public holiday in Haiti. 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 Haiti?
- Assumption of Mary is locally known as "L'Assomption de Marie" in Haiti.