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Whit Sunday in Iceland
Pentecost is a Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whitsunday, or Whit Sunday.
Is Whit Sunday a Public Holiday?
Whit Sunday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2019 it falls on a Sunday. Due to this, some businesses may choose to follow Sunday opening hours.
According to Christian texts, the Holy Spirit, often symbolized by a dove, descended on the apostles who received the gift of tongues. Pentecost celebrates this event.
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About Whit Sunday
Read more about Whit Sunday.Whit Sunday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Sun | May 24 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2016 | Sun | May 15 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2017 | Sun | Jun 4 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2018 | Sun | May 20 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Jun 9 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2020 | Sun | May 31 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2021 | Sun | May 23 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Jun 5 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2023 | Sun | May 28 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2024 | Sun | May 19 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
| 2025 | Sun | Jun 8 | Whit Sunday | National holiday |
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