Public holiday in Monaco
Saint Dévote's Day in Monaco
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Saint Dévote’s Day is a nationwide public holiday in Monaco honoring the principality’s patron saint, Saint Devota. It is marked each year on 27 January.
About Saint Dévote's Day in Monaco
In Monaco, Saint Dévote’s Day is both a public holiday and the main annual commemoration of the principality’s patron saint. The date is fixed and observed nationwide, so it is one of the country’s most recognisable civic and religious occasions. For residents, it is also a day associated with Monaco’s identity and with the chapel dedicated to Saint Dévote in Monaco-Ville.
History
Saint Dévote is the patron saint of Monaco, and her cult has long been part of the principality’s religious and civic life. The public holiday reflects that local devotion and the longstanding link between the saint and Monaco rather than a modern national observance.
Traditions
The holiday is associated with Catholic observances centered on Saint Dévote, especially services linked to her chapel in Monaco-Ville. A symbolic feature of the day is the traditional burning of a boat, which is part of the saint’s commemorations in Monaco.
How Saint Dévote's Day is celebrated in Monaco
Today the day is observed with religious ceremonies in Monaco, drawing attention to the chapel of Saint Dévote and the saint’s role in local tradition. It is a quiet public holiday rather than a large secular festival.
Interesting facts
Saint Dévote is one of Monaco’s national symbols, and her feast day is fixed in the calendar on 27 January. The observance is specific to Monaco and is not a general holiday in nearby countries.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 Jan 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.