Ascension Day
Nationwide public holiday in Wallis and Futuna · Ascension
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 May | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 May | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Wallis and Futuna.
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
Take Friday 7 May off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 6 May – Sun 9 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Forecast for Thursday 6 May in Wallis: (MET Norway)
About Ascension Day
Ascension Day commemorates the ascension of Jesus into heaven, which according to the New Testament took place forty days after the resurrection. It is therefore observed on a Thursday, 39 days after Easter Sunday. Because it depends on Easter, Western and Orthodox churches often observe it on different dates.
Traditions
Church services are held to mark the feast. In some countries the holiday is used for family outings or a long weekend, and various regions have their own local customs connected with the day.
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 Wallis and Futuna
Saturday, 8 May 2027
Ascension Day in other countries
French Polynesia
New Caledonia
Vanuatu
Åland Islands
Aruba
Austria
Belgium
Benin
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Burundi
More for Wallis and Futuna
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.