Ascension Day 2025 — Svalbard & Jan Mayen
About Ascension Day
Ascension Day is a public holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen, observed on May 29, 2025 (Thursday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Ascension Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date May 29, 2025
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
Svalbard & Jan Mayen
Svalbard & Jan Mayen Status This holiday has passed
Ascension Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | May 9, 2024 | Thursday |
| 2025 | May 29, 2025 | Thursday |
| 2026 | May 14, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | May 6, 2027 | Thursday |
| 2028 | May 25, 2028 | Thursday |
| 2029 | May 10, 2029 | Thursday |
| 2030 | May 30, 2030 | Thursday |
Other Public Holidays in Svalbard & Jan Mayen (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Thursday, April 17, 2025 Maundy Thursday Friday, April 18, 2025 Good Friday Sunday, April 20, 2025 Easter Sunday Monday, April 21, 2025 Easter Monday Thursday, May 1, 2025 Labour Day Saturday, May 17, 2025 Constitution Day Sunday, June 8, 2025 Pentecost Monday, June 9, 2025 Whit Monday Thursday, December 25, 2025 Christmas Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Ascension Day in 2025?
Ascension Day in Svalbard & Jan Mayen is on May 29, 2025 (Thursday).
Is Ascension Day a public holiday in Svalbard & Jan Mayen?
Yes, Ascension Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Ascension Day 2025?
Ascension Day 2025 was on May 29, 2025 and has already passed.