Whit Monday
Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday that falls on the day after Pentecost, which is also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday.
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 not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, June 8, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in New Caledonia.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sun | Jun 9 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2020 | Sun | May 31 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2021 | Sun | May 23 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2022 | Sun | Jun 5 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2023 | Sun | May 28 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2024 | Sun | May 19 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2025 | Sun | Jun 8 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2026 | Sun | May 24 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2027 | Sun | May 16 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2028 | Sun | Jun 4 | Whit Sunday | Observance |
| 2029 | Sun | May 20 | Whit Sunday | 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.
