Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Catholics in Mexico observe the Feast of the Immaculate Conception to honor the idea that the Virgin Mary’s conception was pure and faultless.
Mexicans of Christian faith celebrate the belief that Jesus Christ physically ascended to heaven on Ascension Day (Día de la Ascensión), which is 39 days after Easter Sunday.
Is Ascension Day a Public Holiday?
Ascension Day is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
Christians believe Jesus ascended to heaven.
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Celebrate Ascension Day
Special masses are held in a number of churches in Mexico to honor the biblical story of Jesus ascending to heaven. It is celebrated not just in Mexico but in other countries too.
Public Life
Ascension Day is a religious observance and not a federal public holiday in Mexico.
About Ascension Day
Ascension Day is one of the earliest Christian festivals dating back to the year 68. According to the New Testament in the Bible, Jesus Christ met several times with his disciples during the 40 days after his resurrection to instruct them on how to carry out his teachings. It is believed that on the 40th day he took them to the Mount of Olives, where they watched as he ascended to heaven.
About Ascension Day in Other Countries
Read more about Ascension Day.Ascension Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Thu | May 10 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2019 | Thu | May 30 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2020 | Thu | May 21 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2021 | Thu | May 13 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2022 | Thu | May 26 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2023 | Thu | May 18 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2024 | Thu | May 9 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2025 | Thu | May 29 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2026 | Thu | May 14 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2027 | Thu | May 6 | Ascension Day | Observance |
| 2028 | Thu | May 25 | Ascension Day | Observance |
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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