Easter Sunday in 2026 falls on Sunday, April 5.

Quick Scoop

  • Western (Catholic/Protestant) Easter Sunday: April 5, 2026.
  • Good Friday 2026: April 3.
  • Easter Monday 2026 (where observed): April 6.
  • Orthodox Easter Sunday 2026: April 12.

Why the date moves

Easter is set as the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox, so the exact date shifts each year between late March and late April.

If you’re planning time off or travel, in 2026 the main Easter weekend runs from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April in many countries.

TL;DR: For “Easter what day” in 2026, the answer is Sunday, 5 April (with Orthodox churches celebrating on Sunday, 12 April).

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