Saturn and Moon Meet in the Sky
Saturn and the Moon will meet up in the night sky for a close approach on November 10–11.
Pentecost is a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whitsunday, or Whit Sunday.
Is Pentecost a Public Holiday?
Pentecost is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2025, it falls on a Sunday, and some businesses may choose to follow Sunday opening hours.
According to Christian texts, the Holy Spirit, often symbolized by a dove, descended on the apostles who received the gift of tongues. Pentecost celebrates this event.
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About Pentecost
Read more about Pentecost.Pentecost Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sun | Jun 9 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2020 | Sun | May 31 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2021 | Sun | May 23 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Jun 5 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | May 28 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2024 | Sun | May 19 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2025 | Sun | Jun 8 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2026 | Sun | May 24 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2027 | Sun | May 16 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2028 | Sun | Jun 4 | Pentecost | National holiday |
| 2029 | Sun | May 20 | Pentecost | National holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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