Easter Sunday Dates and Observance Details Explained (2005–2026)

The Easter Sunday dates and observance details change every year because the holiday follows a movable calendar based on lunar cycles. The table below lists Easter Sunday dates from 2005 to 2026 and shows how authorities classify each date.

Most people treat Easter Sunday as a religious occasion rather than a mandatory public holiday. In some years, authorities grant optional leave to specific communities or religious groups. They also emphasise that these optional holidays remain limited and should not significantly disrupt routine work.

Although Christians widely recognise Easter Sunday as an important religious observance, authorities classify it as an optional holiday for certain groups in some years. The following table summarises Easter Sunday dates and their classification:

Unlike fixed-date holidays, Easter Sunday falls on a different date each year because church authorities calculate it using the first full moon after the spring equinox. As a result, the date can fall anywhere between late March and late April. Officials aim to publish accurate dates and classifications, but they may revise some entries later. Readers should confirm final details through official announcements when necessary.