Great feast
Dormition of the Theotokos
Kept on August 15 on the New Calendar and on August 28 (civil date) on the Old Calendar.
About the feast
The falling-asleep of the Mother of God and her translation into heaven. It ends the two-week Dormition Fast.
Dates
| Year | New Calendar | Old Calendar |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ||
| 2027 | ||
| 2028 | ||
| 2029 | ||
| 2030 |
Fasting on the day
In 2026 (New Calendar) the rule for this day is No fast today. See the August 2026 fasting calendar.
Follow your parish
These are the general fasting rules of the Orthodox Church, computed for both calendars. Local custom, age, health, pregnancy and your priest’s guidance come first — when in doubt, ask your priest.