Assumption Day
Nationwide public holiday in Belgium · O. L. V. Hemelvaart
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 August | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 15 August | Sunday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Belgium.
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.
Typical weather in Brussels around 15 August: high 24°C (76°F), low 14°C (58°F), rain on 50% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Brussels. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 15 August in Brussels: (MET Norway)
About Assumption Day
Assumption Day on 15 August celebrates the belief that the Virgin Mary was taken up body and soul into heaven at the end of her earthly life. It is one of the main Marian feasts, and the Catholic Church defined the Assumption as dogma in 1950. Orthodox churches mark the same date as the Dormition of the Mother of God.
Traditions
Churches hold special services, and in many places there are processions, pilgrimages to Marian shrines and local festivals. Because it falls in the middle of summer, the holiday is also a popular time for travel and family gatherings.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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