Do You Get a Black Moon?
What is a Black Moon, and why does it happen in December?
Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday. It is the day after Pentecost, also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible.
Is Pentecost Monday a Public Holiday?
Pentecost Monday is a public holiday in 25 cantons, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit.
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About Pentecost Monday
Read more about Pentecost Monday.Pentecost Monday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Mon | Jun 10 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2020 | Mon | Jun 1 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2021 | Mon | May 24 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2022 | Mon | Jun 6 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2023 | Mon | May 29 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2024 | Mon | May 20 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2025 | Mon | Jun 9 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2026 | Mon | May 25 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2027 | Mon | May 17 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2028 | Mon | Jun 5 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
| 2029 | Mon | May 21 | Pentecost Monday | Common Local Holiday | All except NE |
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.
