When is Easter 2024?
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Easter 2024 has passed
795 days ago
Easter 2024 Related Dates
Key dates in the Easter season for 2024.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Ash Wednesday | Wed, Feb 14, 2024 |
| Palm Sunday | Sun, Mar 24, 2024 |
| Maundy Thursday | Thu, Mar 28, 2024 |
| Good Friday | Fri, Mar 29, 2024 |
| Holy Saturday | Sat, Mar 30, 2024 |
| Easter Sunday | Sun, Mar 31, 2024 |
| Easter Monday | Mon, Apr 1, 2024 |
| Ascension Day | Thu, May 9, 2024 |
| Pentecost | Sun, May 19, 2024 |
Easter Dates 2023–2027
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How is Easter's Date Calculated?
Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox.
The Basic Rule
The Council of Nicaea in 325 AD established that Easter would be celebrated on the first Sunday following the first full moon on or after March 21 (the ecclesiastical spring equinox).
The Computus
The calculation to determine Easter's date is called the 'computus' (Latin for 'computation'). It uses a 19-year lunar cycle called the Metonic cycle.
Date Range
Easter can fall anywhere between March 22 and April 25. The earliest Easter in the 21st century was March 23, 2008. The latest was April 24, 2011.
Western vs Eastern
Western Christianity (Catholic, Protestant) uses the Gregorian calendar, while Eastern Orthodox churches often use the Julian calendar, resulting in different dates.
March 2024 Calendar
Easter 2024 highlighted on the monthly calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Easter 2024?
Easter 2024 falls on Sunday, March 31, 2024.
Why does Easter change dates every year?
Easter is a 'moveable feast' based on the lunar calendar. It falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after March 21 (the spring equinox).
When is Good Friday 2024?
Good Friday 2024 is on Friday, March 29, 2024, two days before Easter Sunday.
Is Easter a public holiday?
Easter Sunday is widely celebrated but not always a federal holiday. Good Friday is a public holiday in many countries and some US states. Easter Monday is a holiday in many countries worldwide.
What is Ash Wednesday?
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, 46 days before Easter. In 2024, it falls on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.
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