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Public holiday · Vatican City

Anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV (Vatican City) is coming up.

Saturday, 8 May 2027

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About Anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV (Vatican City)

Anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV is a public holiday in Vatican City.

In 2027 it falls on a Saturday; in 2028 it’s on Monday 8 May, and in 2029 on Tuesday 8 May. This time it falls at the weekend; some countries move the day off to a weekday when that happens. Also in May 2027: World Donkey Day (8 May), World Binturong Day (8 May) and Mother’s Day (9 May). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.

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It’s on 8 May every year.
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YearDate
2027Saturday, 8 May
2028Monday, 8 May
2029Tuesday, 8 May
2030Wednesday, 8 May
2031Thursday, 8 May
2032Saturday, 8 May
2033Sunday, 8 May
2034Monday, 8 May
2035Tuesday, 8 May
2036Thursday, 8 May

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