Whit Monday for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Monday, May 29th. There are until the next observance.

Whit Monday is observed the day following Pentecost Sunday, which falls on May 29 this year. As a result, Pentecost is often referred to as “Whit Sunday” or “Whitsunday.” It is a national holiday in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada. According to the New Testament, followers remember when the Holy Spirit came to Jesus Christ’s followers.

📆 When is Whit Monday?

This year, Whit Monday is on May 29th. It is the 5th Monday in May; in 2024, it is on Wednesday.

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Did you know: People say that Whit Monday celebrations began in the first century, when the day was used to remember when the Holy Spirit came down on the Apostles.

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📜 History of Whit Monday

One of the earliest significant yearly holidays in the United States of America was Whit Monday. Whit Monday also became known as the “Dutch Fourth of July” in 1835, just after the Civil War. During the celebration, people would congregate to eat, drink, and amuse themselves with dancing and music. Whit Monday was a public holiday and a bank holiday in Ireland and the UK until 1967, respectively.

Whit Monday is still observed by certain Orthodox churches using the Julian calendar. Many Western churches use the Julian calendar, which came first and predates the Gregorian calendar. When it comes to commemorating Pentecost and Whit Monday, devoted Catholics also use the Julian calendar.

☑️ Whit Monday facts

It is also known as the Monday of the Holy Spirit
Whit Monday is known as “Holy Spirit Monday” in the Eastern Orthodox church.

The symbol of the day is white
On Whit Sunday, the church wears white; on Whit Monday, the emblems are fire, wind, God’s breath, and doves.

It is a public holiday
Whit Monday is a national holiday in various nations, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and Norway.

Things to do on Whit Monday

Go to church
Whit Monday is observed by all Catholic churches. Take part in the celebrations at your local church to really get into the spirit of the day.

Join a prayer rally
Whit Monday activities include prayer rallies and street marches. These are enjoyable ways to celebrate, especially if you want to involve youngsters.

Dress up in white
White is the color of the week. To celebrate with your loved ones, dress in the colors of the day.

📅 Whit Monday Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 May 29 Monday
2024 May 29 Wednesday
2025 May 29 Thursday
2026 May 29 Friday
2027 May 29 Saturday

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