Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a public holiday in Vatican City, observed on January 1, 2026. It is locally known as Maria Santissima Madre di Dio. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.
Holiday Details
| Holiday | Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God |
| Local Name | Maria Santissima Madre di Dio |
| Date | January 1, 2026 |
| Country |  Vatican City |
| Type | Public |
| National | Yes — observed nationwide |
Frequently Asked Questions
All Public Holidays in Vatican City
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God | Public |
| 2026-01-06 | Epiphany | Public |
| 2026-02-11 | Anniversary of the foundation of Vatican City | Public |
| 2026-03-13 | Anniversary of the election of Pope Francis | Public |
| 2026-03-19 | Saint Joseph's Day | Public |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday | Public |
| 2026-04-23 | Saint George | Public |
| 2026-05-01 | Saint Joseph the Worker | Public |
| 2026-06-29 | Saint Peter and Saint Paul | Public |
| 2026-08-15 | Assumption Day | Public |
| 2026-09-08 | Nativity of Mary | Public |
| 2026-11-01 | All Saints Day | Public |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| 2026-12-26 | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
| 2026-01-06 | Epiphany | Public |
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