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Maundy Thursday 2025 in Ireland

Maundy Thursday commemorates Jesus Christ’s institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper, which is described in the Christian Bible.

Is Maundy Thursday a Public Holiday?

Maundy Thursday is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

Ceremonial foot-washing is a ritual on Maundy Thursday to imitate Jesus, who washed his disciples’ feet.

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About Maundy Thursday

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Maundy Thursday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019ThuApr 18Maundy ThursdayObservance
2020ThuApr 9Maundy ThursdayObservance
2021ThuApr 1Maundy ThursdayObservance
2022ThuApr 14Maundy ThursdayObservance
2023ThuApr 6Maundy ThursdayObservance
2024ThuMar 28Maundy ThursdayObservance
2025ThuApr 17Maundy ThursdayObservance
2026ThuApr 2Maundy ThursdayObservance
2027ThuMar 25Maundy ThursdayObservance
2028ThuApr 13Maundy ThursdayObservance
2029ThuMar 29Maundy ThursdayObservance

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