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Pentecost 2025 in Ireland

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 not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, June 8, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Ireland.

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

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Pentecost Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019SunJun 9PentecostObservance
2020SunMay 31PentecostObservance
2021SunMay 23PentecostObservance
2022SunJun 5PentecostObservance
2023SunMay 28PentecostObservance
2024SunMay 19PentecostObservance
2025SunJun 8PentecostObservance
2026SunMay 24PentecostObservance
2027SunMay 16PentecostObservance
2028SunJun 4PentecostObservance
2029SunMay 20PentecostObservance

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