Saint Peter Chanel Day
Season or date: April 28
Religious event honoring the South Pacific martyr Peter Chanel. Mass and processions are held across the island.
Festivals in Wallis and Futuna
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Festivals
Uvea Day (Fête du Royaume d'Uvea)
Season or date: July 29
Day celebrating the founding of the Uvea Kingdom. Traditional dances and canoe races are held grandly.
Futuna Cultural Festival
Season or date: October
Festival of Polynesian dance and handicrafts held on Futuna Island.
Catholic Assumption of Mary
Season or date: August 15
Famous for processions and choir centered at Mata-Utu Cathedral.
Christmas Night Market
Season or date: December
Night market with handmade decorations and island products.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Saint Peter Chanel Day
- Easter Monday
- Bastille Day
- Uvea Day
- All Saints' Day
- Christmas