Public holiday in Vatican City
Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Vatican City
Monday, June 29, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Saint Peter and Saint Paul is a public holiday in Vatican City that honors the two apostles associated with the See of Rome. In the Vatican, it is observed nationwide on 29 June.
About Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Vatican City
For Vatican City, this day has a direct connection to the city-state’s identity as the seat of the Catholic Church. It commemorates Saints Peter and Paul, whose feast day is marked in Rome and the Vatican as one of the major dates in the Catholic calendar. Because Vatican City is the administrative center of the Holy See, the holiday has clear practical significance there even though the state is very small. The day is also closely associated with the nearby city of Rome, where 29 June is traditionally a major feast day.
History
The commemoration of Saints Peter and Paul has long been established in the Christian calendar. In Vatican City, the date is recognized as a public holiday in line with the Catholic liturgical significance of the feast.
Traditions
As a Catholic observance, the day is associated with liturgical celebrations and prayer in honor of Saints Peter and Paul. In Vatican City, its observance is primarily religious rather than secular.
How Saint Peter and Saint Paul is celebrated in Vatican City
In Vatican City, the day is marked by church services and ceremonial observance connected with the Catholic calendar. It is a quiet public holiday rather than a day defined by large civic customs.
Interesting facts
The holiday falls on the same date as the feast of Saints Peter and Paul in Rome. It is one of the public holidays observed in Vatican City’s national calendar.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 29 Jun 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
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