Ascension Friday in Belgium

The Friday after Ascension Day is a bank holiday in Belgium, meaning banks and some businesses are closed. While it is not an official public holiday, many employers grant a bridge day (pont / brugdag), allowing for a long weekend. Government institutions and schools often remain closed.

All observances of Ascension Friday in Belgium:

Year Name Weekday Date Holiday Type
2024 Ascension Friday Friday May. 10, 2024 Banks
2025 Ascension Friday Friday May. 30, 2025 Banks
2026 Ascension Friday Friday May. 15, 2026 Banks
2027 Ascension Friday Friday May. 07, 2027 Banks
2028 Ascension Friday Friday May. 26, 2028 Banks
2029 Ascension Friday Friday May. 11, 2029 Banks

* Estimated holiday dates

We continuously monitor and update holiday information, but there may be occasional inaccuracies.

Holiday Facts

  • Local Name: Vendredi de l'Ascension / Vrijdag na Hemelvaart
  • Previous Year: May. 10, 2024
  • This Year: May. 30, 2025
  • Next Year: May. 15, 2026