Super Flower Blood Moon
See May's Super Flower Moon turn a shade of red as it is fully eclipsed for about 14 minutes by the Earth's shadow.
Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter. It occurs 39 days after Easter Sunday. It is a Christian holiday that commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven, according to Christian belief.
Is Ascension Day a Public Holiday?
Ascension Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Ascension Day marks the 40th day after Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to Christian belief.
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About Ascension Day
Read more about Ascension Day.Ascension Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Thu | May 5 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Thu | May 25 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Thu | May 10 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Thu | May 30 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Thu | May 21 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | May 13 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Thu | May 26 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Thu | May 18 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Thu | May 9 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | May 29 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Thu | May 14 | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
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