Assumption Day 2026, 2027 and 2028 in Guadeloupe
Every 15 August is Assumption Day in Guadeloupe to celebrate the “assumption” (taking up) of the body of the Virgin Mary at the end of her earthly life.
In 2026, Assumption Day falls on Saturday 15 August. The holiday will be on Sunday 15 August in 2027.
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 Aug | Sat | Assumption Day |
| 2027 | 15 Aug | Sun | Assumption Day |
| 2028 | 15 Aug | Tue | Assumption Day |
| Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates. | |||
Since Guadeloupe is an overseas department of France, it has the same holidays as France including Assumption Day. But given the heavy Catholic population in Guadeloupe, this day would likely be a public holiday anyway.
Besides attending Assumption Day masses, processions, and other similar events, one unique centre of attention on Assumption Day in Guadeloupe is the city of Terre-de-Haut and its Notre Dame de L’Assomption church.
Ever since this city was successfully defended against a British invasion in 1666, “Our Lady of Assumption” has been its patron saint. And L’Assomption de Marie has held special significance for the people of Terre-de-Haut.
Previous Years
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 Aug | Fri | Assumption Day |
| 2024 | 15 Aug | Thu | Assumption Day |