May 1
May 1 is the optional memorial of Saint Joseph the Worker in the Church’s calendar for the United States.
On the calendar for May 1
Saint Joseph the Worker
Optional MemorialWhite
May 1 in 2026, 2027 and 2028
A Sunday, a season or a greater feast can take the place of a memorial, so what is celebrated on this date changes from year to year.
Friday, May 1, 2026
Saint Joseph the Worker
Optional MemorialWhite
Readings for May 1, 2026Saturday, May 1, 2027
Saint Joseph the Worker
Optional MemorialWhite
Readings for May 1, 2027Monday, May 1, 2028
Saint Joseph the Worker
Optional MemorialWhite
Readings for May 1, 2028
Celebrations are from the General Roman Calendar and the proper calendar for the dioceses of the United States, computed as described on the liturgical calendar. Your diocese or religious community may keep its own proper celebrations on this date. Saint profiles are listed under every date their own feast-day line gives.
