St. Mary’s Day for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Tuesday, August 15th. There are until the next observance.

St. Mary’s Day is on August 15, and we’ll teach you how to celebrate in the nicest way possible. Do you know that the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God was commemorated for the first time 1,700 years ago? The Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, also known as St. Mary’s Day, commemorates Mary’s “sleeping of Mary.” It marks the anniversary of her ascension to heaven. It is a national holiday in Romania, and most schools, workplaces, and banks are closed. Children dress in white and march in unison while singing hymns to St. Mary.

πŸ“† When is St. Mary’s Day?

This year, St. Mary’s Day is on August 15th. It is the 3rd Tuesday in August; in 2024, it is on Thursday.

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β†’ Did you know: TimiΘ™oara, Romania, was Europe’s first city to use electric street lighting.

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πŸ“œ History of St. Mary’s Day

This became known as the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, or St. Mary. It is recognized as Assumption Day in many nations since St. Mary’s ascension is also known as the Assumption of St. Mary. Many churches in Romania include paintings of St. Mary, including her ascension.

Assumption Day is a public holiday in Romania. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and visitors congregate in Transylvania and Moldavia. Children frequently dress up in traditional white clothes and perform songs as a group. St. Mary is considered the patron saint of the naval forces in the country; hence, it is also Navy Day. On this day, new navy ships are displayed, attracting thousands of people.

β˜‘οΈ St. Mary’s Day facts

βœ… The tallest wooden church is here
Sapanta Peri, Romania, is the world’s highest wooden church, standing at 257 feet.

βœ… Homosapien fossils were found here
The oldest Homosapien fossils, estimated to be 37,000 years old, were discovered at the Cave of Bones in southwest Romania.

βœ… Romania comes from Romanus
Romania is derived from the Latin term “Romanus,” which signifies people of the Roman Empire.

✨ Things to do on St. Mary’s Day

⚑ Take part in the celebrations
In Romania, St. Mary’s Day is a big deal. It is also Navy Day, and the Navy puts up fantastic performances. If you are thinking about visiting Romania, now is a perfect time!

⚑ Share it on social media
Inform everyone that you are enjoying this day. Share photos of you and your loved ones participating in St. Mary’s Day celebrations on social media.

⚑ Let your religious side out
Make the most of this day by connecting with the Almighty. Attend church and participate in St. Mary’s Day festivities.

πŸ“… St. Mary’s Day Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 August 15 Tuesday
2024 August 15 Thursday
2025 August 15 Friday
2026 August 15 Saturday
2027 August 15 Sunday

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