Assumption Day

Name: Assumption Day (Rwanda)
Start: 2027-08-15
End: 2027-08-15
Location: Rwanda

Nationwide public holiday in Rwanda · Ijyanwa mu Ijuru rya Bikiramariya

Next Assumption Day

Sunday, 15 August 2027

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Dates

Year	Date	Weekday	Notes
2026	15 August	Saturday	Nationwide
2026	17 August	Monday	Assumption Day (observed) Observed day off for Assumption Day (Sat 15 Aug)
2027	15 August	Sunday	Nationwide
2027	16 August	Monday	Assumption Day (observed) Observed day off for Assumption Day (Sun 15 Aug)

Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.

Where it applies

Everywhere in Rwanda.

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 14 Aug – Mon 16 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Kigali around 15 August: high 27°C (80°F), low 15°C (58°F), rain on 21% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Kigali. Past averages, not a forecast.

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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