All Saints' Day in France
Discover how All Saints' Day is observed in France.
Public Holiday
Fixed Holiday
Saturday, 1 November 2025
There are 128 days left until this holiday.
All Saints' Day, celebrated on November 1, is a time of reflection and prayer for all the saints and their deceased loved ones.
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History
Established by Pope Boniface IV in the 7th century, the date was moved to November 1st in the 9th century. In Poland, it has long been associated with remembrance of the deceased.
Traditions
Poles visit cemeteries to light candles and place flowers on graves. It is a time for prayer, reflection, and paying respects to loved ones. Church services are held in memory of the dead.
Contemporary celebrations
This is a public holiday. Cemeteries become places of mass gatherings. The media often pay tribute to notable figures who passed away during the year.
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Holiday Patterns in France
- This country has 12 public holidays each year.
- 4 holidays are movable (date changes each year).
- 1 holiday(s) fall on Sundays.
- 12 holiday(s) are unique to this country.
- The longest stretch without a holiday is 109 days.
- Most holidays fall in: May.