All Souls' Day
Nationwide public holiday in Vatican City · Tutti i Fedeli Defunti
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 November | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 November | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Vatican City.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 31 Oct – Mon 2 Nov is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Vatican City around 2 November: high 21°C (69°F), low 12°C (54°F), rain on 39% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Vatican City. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 2 November in Vatican City: (MET Norway)
About All Souls' Day
All Souls' Day on 2 November is a Christian day of prayer for the faithful departed. It follows All Saints' Day, and in Western churches the custom of a common day of remembrance for the dead on this date dates back to the Middle Ages. In many countries it is a day for remembering deceased relatives, even where it is not a public holiday.
Traditions
Families visit cemeteries to tend and decorate graves, often leaving flowers and lighting candles. Churches hold Masses and services for the dead, and in some cultures special foods are prepared in memory of departed relatives.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
Coming up next in Vatican City
Tuesday, 8 December 2026
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.