Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday changes each year and sets the date for many UK spring observances.
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| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easter Sunday 2027 | Sunday, 28 March 2027 | In 10 months | UK |
| Easter Sunday 2028 | Sunday, 16 April 2028 | In 1 year 11 months | UK |
| Easter Sunday 2029 | Sunday, 1 April 2029 | In 2 years 10 months | UK |
Easter Sunday changes each year because it follows the Western Christian calendar rule linked to the first full moon after the spring equinox. In the UK, Easter shapes school holidays, church services, family meals and the surrounding Good Friday and Easter Monday bank holidays. The date can fall between late March and late April. Many other observances, including Pancake Day and Mothering Sunday, are counted backwards from Easter, which is why their dates move too. Always check the year before planning travel or family events.
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Questions
When is Easter Sunday in 2026?
Easter Sunday is 5 April 2026.
Why does Easter move?
It follows a lunar calendar rule rather than a fixed calendar date.
Is Easter Sunday a bank holiday?
No. Good Friday and Easter Monday are bank holidays in most of the UK.
What dates depend on Easter?
Pancake Day, Ash Wednesday, Mothering Sunday and Lent all move with Easter.