Public holiday in Luxembourg
All Saints' Day in Luxembourg
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
All Saints' Day is a nationwide public holiday in Luxembourg on 1 November. It is observed as a day for remembering saints and the deceased, with many people visiting cemeteries and attending church services.
About All Saints' Day in Luxembourg
In Luxembourg, All Saints' Day is a public holiday observed across the country on 1 November. It has a quiet, reflective character rather than a festive one, and it is closely associated with remembrance of the dead and Christian observance. The day also sits beside All Souls' Day on 2 November, which many families treat as part of the same period of remembrance.
History
All Saints' Day belongs to the long Christian calendar shared across Western Europe, and Luxembourg observes it as a nationwide public holiday. In modern Luxembourg, its significance is tied to religious remembrance and to the public recognition of the day as one of the country's official non-working holidays.
Traditions
Common observances in Luxembourg include going to Mass and visiting cemeteries to place flowers or light candles on family graves. These are the most visible customs linked to the day and reflect its memorial focus.
How All Saints' Day is celebrated in Luxembourg
The day is generally quiet in Luxembourg, with many people spending time with family or making private visits to graveyards. Public events are limited, and the atmosphere is more subdued than on national festive holidays.
Interesting facts
All Saints' Day in Luxembourg is followed by All Souls' Day, which gives many families a two-day period for remembrance. Because the holiday falls in the autumn school term, it can coincide with a short break in family routines, though that varies by year and institution.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Nov 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.