Immaculate Conception
Public HolidayImmaculate Conception is a Catholic feast day celebrated on 8 December, marking the belief that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. It is a public holiday in many predominantly Catholic countries across Europe and Latin America. Religious masses, processions, and community celebrations mark the occasion.
13 countries observe this holiday
Countries — 2026 dates
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| Flag | Country | Date 2026 | Day | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇩 | Andorra | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇦🇹 | Austria | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇨🇱 | Chile | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇨🇴 | Colombia | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇮🇹 | Italy | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇱🇮 | Liechtenstein | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇳🇮 | Nicaragua | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇵🇪 | Peru | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇵🇹 | Portugal | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇸🇲 | San Marino | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇪🇸 | Spain | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇨🇭 | Switzerland | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |
| 🇻🇦 | Vatican City | Dec 8 | Tuesday | › |