EWTN’s Broadcast Schedule for the
The Worldwide Children’s Eucharistic Holy Hour

Based on the rules provided for the monthly Holy Hour in May (Hanceville) and October (Irondale) and the 2026 calendar, here are the scheduled dates:

May: Hanceville (Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament)

  • Schedule: 13th of May at 9:00 AM.
  • 2026 Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
  • Note: Since May 13, 2026, is a Wednesday, it occurs on the standard date.

October: Irondale (EWTN Chapel)

  • Schedule: 13th of October at 9:00 AM.
  • 2026 Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
  • Note: Since October 13, 2026, is a Tuesday, it occurs on the standard date.

Upcoming “Exception” Years

The rule stipulates that if the 13th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the Holy Hour moves to the Friday before.

  • May Exceptions: Next occurs in 2028 (May 13 is Saturday -> May 12) and 2029 (May 13 is Sunday -> May 11).
  • October Exceptions: Next occurs in 2029 (Oct 13 is Saturday -> Oct 12) and 2030 (Oct 13 is Sunday -> Oct 11).