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Maundy Thursday commemorates Jesus Christ’s institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper, which is described in the Christian Bible.
Is Maundy Thursday a Public Holiday?
Maundy Thursday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Ceremonial foot-washing is a ritual on Maundy Thursday to imitate Jesus, who washed his disciples’ feet.
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About Maundy Thursday
Read more about Maundy Thursday.Maundy Thursday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Thu | Apr 9 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2021 | Thu | Apr 1 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2022 | Thu | Apr 14 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2023 | Thu | Apr 6 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2024 | Thu | Mar 28 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2025 | Thu | Apr 17 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2026 | Thu | Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2027 | Thu | Mar 25 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2028 | Thu | Apr 13 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2029 | Thu | Mar 29 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
| 2030 | Thu | Apr 18 | Maundy Thursday | National Holiday, Christian |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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