When is Whit Monday in France?

Whit Monday in France falls on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Is Whit Monday a public holiday in France?

Yes, Whit Monday is an official public holiday in France.

Is Whit Monday a paid day off in France?

Public holidays in France are generally paid days off for employees. However, specific entitlements for Whit Monday may depend on your employment contract and local labor regulations.

What day of the week is Whit Monday in 2026?

Whit Monday falls on a Monday in France in 2026.

Is Whit Monday a fixed or floating holiday?

Whit Monday is a floating holiday, meaning its date changes each year (often based on the lunar calendar or a specific calculation rule).

Does Whit Monday create a long weekend in France?

Yes! Since Whit Monday falls on a Monday, it creates a 3-day weekend (Saturday through Monday).

Is Whit Monday celebrated nationwide in France?

Yes, Whit Monday is observed nationwide throughout France.

What is Whit Monday about?

Whit Monday is a recognized holiday in France (locally known as "Lundi de Pentecôte"). It is classified as a Public holiday.

When is Whit Monday in 2027?

Whit Monday in France falls on Monday, May 17, 2027 in 2027.

Is Whit Monday always on the same date?

No, Whit Monday is a floating holiday whose date changes each year. Whit Monday may be calculated based on the lunar calendar, the day of the week, or other rules — so the date shifts from year to year.

Whit Monday

Name: Whit Monday 2026
Start: 2026-05-25
End: 2026-05-25
Location: France

France · 2026

in 68 days

Date

May 25, 2026

Day

Monday

Type

Public

Scope

National

Local Name: Lundi de Pentecôte

About Whit Monday

Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday observed the day after Pentecost Sunday — the seventh Sunday after Easter. It is a public holiday in many European countries including Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Austria.

Pentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ, as described in the Acts of the Apostles. It is considered the birthday of the Christian church.

Historically, Pentecost was one of the major occasions for Christian baptism, and candidates would wear white garments — hence the name 'Whitsunday' (White Sunday) and 'Whit Monday.'

Quick Facts

Date 2026: May 25, 2026
Day: Monday
Type: Public
Scope: National
Fixed Date: No — date changes each year
Local Name: Lundi de Pentecôte
Traditions: Church services · Spring outdoor festivals · Family excursions · Processions and folk customs

When is Whit Monday?

Year	Date	Day	Long Weekend?
2025	June 9, 2025	Monday	Yes — 3-day weekend
2026This year	May 25, 2026	Monday	Yes — 3-day weekend
2027	May 17, 2027	Monday	Yes — 3-day weekend

3-Day Long Weekend

Because Whit Monday falls on a Monday, it creates a 3-day long weekend from Saturday, May 23 to Monday, May 25.

How is Whit Monday Celebrated?

Whit Monday is generally a day of relaxation and outdoor activities in the countries that observe it as a public holiday. It falls in late spring, making it a popular time for excursions, picnics, and outdoor festivals.

In some countries, Whit Monday is marked by traditional customs such as processions and folk festivals. In many communities, it is simply enjoyed as an extra day off following Pentecost Sunday church services.

Did You Know?

•Whit Monday is always 50 days after Easter Sunday — 'Pentecost' derives from the Greek for 'fiftieth day.'
•In the UK, Whit Monday was a public holiday until 1971 when it was replaced by the Late May Bank Holiday.
•The date of Whit Monday changes each year since it is tied to Easter's moveable date.
•In the Netherlands, both Pentecost Sunday and Whit Monday are public holidays.
•In Germany, both Pentecost Sunday (Pfingstsonntag) and Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) are federal holidays.