If you mean for most Christians, especially Catholics , the usual answer is Easter Sunday —that’s when Lent is over and the feast begins. Some people technically stop at Holy Thursday evening when Lent ends liturgically, but many still wait through the Easter Triduum and resume on Easter Sunday.

Quick Scoop

  • Most common practical answer: Easter Sunday.
  • More technical Catholic answer: after the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday evening.
  • Extra cautious approach: wait until after the Easter Vigil or Easter Sunday if you want to keep the full spirit of Lent.

Simple rule of thumb

If you gave something up just as a personal Lenten sacrifice, you can usually eat it again on Easter Sunday.

If you’re following a specific denomination or parish tradition, it’s worth checking that community’s guidance because practice can vary.

TL;DR: For a simple answer, eat it again on Easter Sunday.