Valais public holidays 2029
In 2029, Valais has 15 public holidays – 11 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Valais 2029
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2029 | Monday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. |
| 03/19/2029 | Monday | Saint JosephSt. Joseph’s Day on March 19. |
| 04/01/2029 | Sunday | Easter SundayCelebration of the resurrection of Jesus, first Sunday after the spring full moon. |
| 05/01/2029 | Tuesday | Labour DayInternational Workers’ Day, celebrating the labour movement. |
| 05/10/2029 | Thursday | Ascension DayAscension of Jesus, 39 days after Easter and always on a Thursday. |
| 05/20/2029 | Sunday | PentecostThe descent of the Holy Spirit, 49 days after Easter. |
| 05/21/2029 | Monday | Whit MondayThe Monday after Pentecost, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 05/31/2029 | Thursday | Corpus ChristiCatholic feast of the Eucharist, 60 days after Easter, always on a Thursday. |
| 08/01/2029 | Wednesday | Fête nationale |
| 08/15/2029 | Wednesday | AssumptionAssumption of Mary into heaven. |
| 09/16/2029 | Sunday | Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance and PrayerSwiss Federal Day of Thanksgiving on the third Sunday in September. |
| 11/01/2029 | Thursday | All Saints' DayFeast in honour of all saints. |
| 12/08/2029 | Saturday | Immaculate ConceptionCatholic feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8. |
| 12/24/2029 | Monday | Christmas EveThe evening before Christmas Day, when many families exchange gifts. |
| 12/25/2029 | Tuesday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
Long weekends 2029: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Valais in 2029 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/17 – 03/25/2029 | Saint Joseph | 4 | 9 |
| 04/28 – 05/01/2029 | Labour Day | 1 | 4 |
| 05/10 – 05/13/2029 | Ascension Day | 1 | 4 |
| 05/19 – 05/27/2029 | Whit Monday | 4 | 9 |
| 05/31 – 06/03/2029 | Corpus Christi | 1 | 4 |
| 07/28 – 08/01/2029 | Fête nationale | 2 | 5 |
| 08/11 – 08/15/2029 | Assumption | 2 | 5 |
| 11/01 – 11/04/2029 | All Saints' Day | 1 | 4 |
| 12/22 – 12/30/2029 | Christmas Eve | 3 | 9 |
Valais 2029 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 15
- on weekdays
- 11
- on weekends
- 4
- Weekday holidays 2028
- 9
- Working days (Valais)
- 250
Partial or optional days off
| 01/02/2029 | Tuesday | Saint-Berthold |
| 04/02/2029 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 09/17/2029 | Monday | Monday after Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance and Prayer |
| 12/26/2029 | Wednesday | Boxing Day |
Other observances 2029
| 03/29/2029 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| 05/13/2029 | Sunday | Mother's Day |
| 06/03/2029 | Sunday | Fête des pères |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Valais have in 2029?
Valais has 15 public holidays in 2029. 11 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2029 in Valais?
The first public holiday of 2029 in Valais is New Year's Day on Monday, January 1, 2029.
When are the best long weekends in Valais in 2029?
We found 9 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is April 28, 2029 – May 1, 2029.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2029 than in 2028?
In 2029, 11 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 9 in 2028.