Public holiday in Georgia
Saint Mary's Day in Georgia
Friday, August 28, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Saint Mary’s Day is a nationwide public holiday in Georgia observed on 28 August. It marks the Orthodox feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary and is relevant both as a religious observance and as a day off in the Georgian calendar.
About Saint Mary's Day in Georgia
In Georgia, Saint Mary’s Day is a nationwide public holiday that coincides with the Orthodox commemoration of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary. Its significance in Georgia comes from the country’s long Christian tradition and the strong cultural presence of the Georgian Orthodox Church. The day falls in late summer and is one of the fixed holidays in the Georgian calendar. As a public holiday, it has practical importance for work, schooling and public life across the country, while also serving as a major church feast for believers.
History
The holiday reflects the Orthodox Christian feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, which is widely observed in Eastern Christianity. In Georgia, the date is linked to the country’s Orthodox tradition and calendar rather than to a separate modern historical event.
Traditions
Religious observance is centered on church services and prayers dedicated to the Virgin Mary. In Georgia, the feast is commonly associated with visiting churches and taking part in Orthodox liturgical celebrations.
How Saint Mary's Day is celebrated in Georgia
The day is marked nationwide as a public holiday, so normal weekday routines are reduced across many parts of public life. In churches, the focus is on Orthodox worship and the veneration of the Virgin Mary.
Interesting facts
The holiday is fixed on 28 August in the Georgian calendar. It is observed nationwide rather than being limited to a specific region.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 Aug 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.