Easter 2026 — Resurrection Sunday Around the World
Easter is the most important Christian holiday, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion. Easter Sunday falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox. The date shifts each year, so Easter 2026 falls on a different Sunday than Easter 2025. Discover the full Holy Week calendar — Ash Wednesday, Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday, Ascension Day, and Pentecost — and how Christians across Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox traditions observe the season.
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FAQ
When is Easter 2026?
Easter Sunday 2026 falls on April 5, 2026 in Western Christianity. Orthodox Easter falls on April 12, 2026.
Why does the date of Easter change every year?
Easter is a moveable feast determined by the lunar calendar — it falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox.
What is Holy Week?
Holy Week is the week before Easter Sunday, including Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday.
What is the difference between Western and Orthodox Easter?
Western Easter follows the Gregorian calendar; Orthodox Easter follows the Julian calendar, usually falling 1-5 weeks later.