Easter Sunday 2027
Observance Variable
Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is the most important holiday in Christianity. It falls on the first Sunday following the first full moon after the spring equinox.
Easter Sunday - Date
| Year | Date | Day | week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sun, Apr 5, 2026 | Sunday | week 14 |
| 2027 | Sun, Mar 28, 2027 | Sunday | week 12 |
| 2028 | Sun, Apr 16, 2028 | Sunday | week 15 |
| 2029 | Sun, Apr 1, 2029 | Sunday | week 13 |
| 2030 | Sun, Apr 21, 2030 | Sunday | week 16 |
History
Easter has been celebrated since the early days of Christianity. In the United States, it combines religious observance with secular traditions like egg hunts and the Easter Bunny, which have roots in spring fertility celebrations.
Traditions
- Attending church services
- Organizing Easter egg hunts
- Dyeing Easter eggs
- Visiting with the Easter Bunny
- Having Easter brunch with family
- Giving Easter baskets with candy