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Pentecost Monday 2026 in Switzerland

Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday. It is the day after Pentecost, also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible.

Is Pentecost Monday a Public Holiday?

Pentecost Monday is a public holiday in 25 cantons, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit.

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About Pentecost Monday

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Pentecost Monday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type Area
2020 Mon Jun 1 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2021 Mon May 24 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2022 Mon Jun 6 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2023 Mon May 29 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2024 Mon May 20 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2025 Mon Jun 9 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2026 Mon May 25 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2027 Mon May 17 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2028 Mon Jun 5 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2029 Mon May 21 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE
2030 Mon Jun 10 Pentecost Monday Common Local Holiday All except NE

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