Public holiday in Vatican City
St Robert Bellarmine's Day in Vatican City
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
St Robert Bellarmine's Day is a nationwide public holiday in Vatican City, observed on 17 September. It marks the feast day of Saint Robert Bellarmine, a Jesuit cardinal and theologian associated with the Catholic Church.
About St Robert Bellarmine's Day in Vatican City
In Vatican City, St Robert Bellarmine's Day is part of the annual calendar of public holidays and reflects the city-state’s close connection with the Catholic Church. The day falls on 17 September and is observed nationwide. Because Vatican City is the seat of the papacy and church administration, the holiday is notable chiefly for its religious significance rather than for secular civic customs.
History
Saint Robert Bellarmine was canonized in 1930 and later named a Doctor of the Church. The Vatican’s observance of his feast day reflects his standing within Catholic history and teaching.
Traditions
No distinctive Vatican City-specific folk customs are well established for this holiday. Its observance is primarily liturgical and centered on the saint’s feast day.
How St Robert Bellarmine's Day is celebrated in Vatican City
In practice, the day is generally marked through Catholic observance rather than public festivities. Within the Vatican, the emphasis is on religious reflection and the liturgical calendar.
Interesting facts
St Robert Bellarmine is remembered not only as a saint but also as one of the most influential Catholic theologians of the Counter-Reformation. The holiday coincides with the feast day assigned to him in the Roman Catholic calendar.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 Sep 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
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