Pentecostal
Pentecost Sunday carries particular theological weight in Pentecostal traditions, as it commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that gave rise to speaking in tongues (glossolalia), prophecy, healing, and the charismata (spiritual gifts) — the experiences that define Pentecostal worship. Pentecostal churches often observe Pentecost with extended worship services, testimonies, prayer for the gifts of the Spirit, and evangelistic outreach.
The 1906 Azusa Street Revival (Los Angeles) — which launched modern Pentecostalism — is sometimes recalled on this Sunday. It usually falls on or around 24 May 2026.
It is especially important in Pentecostal traditions. Browse Christian festivals — browse options on Eden.
At a glance
- Type
- observance
- Date type
- Moveable (changes with Easter)
- Regions
- Global
- Themes
- Holy Spirit, Mission
- Liturgical colour
- Red
Common questions
Pentecost Sunday (Pentecostal Emphasis) is observed on 24 May 2026. Moveable feasts shift each year; fixed feasts stay on the same calendar date.
Pentecost Sunday carries particular theological weight in Pentecostal traditions, as it commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that gave rise to speaking in tongues (glossolalia), prophecy, healing, and the charismata (spiritual gifts) — the experiences that define Pentecostal worship. Pentecostal churches often observe Pentecost with extended worship services, testimonies, prayer for the
It is associated with Pentecostal. It falls in the Pentecost season of the liturgical year.