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Orthodox Easter Sunday 2026 in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Many Orthodox churches base their Easter date on the Julian calendar, which often differs from the Gregorian calendar that is used by many western countries. Therefore the Orthodox Easter period often occurs later than the Easter period that falls around the time of the March equinox.

Is Orthodox Easter Sunday a Public Holiday?

Orthodox Easter Sunday is an optional holiday. Employment and holiday laws in Bosnia and Herzegovina allow employees to choose a limited number of holidays from a list of optional holidays. Some employees may choose to take the day off on this day, however, most offices and businesses remain open.

It is common to crack or smash painted eggs on Orthodox Easter Day.

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About Orthodox Easter Sunday

Read more about Orthodox Easter Sunday.

Orthodox Easter Sunday Observances

Note: In addition to federal public holidays, workers get a limited number of extra days as holidays based on religious or traditional practices.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Sun Apr 19 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2021 Sun May 2 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2022 Sun Apr 24 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2023 Sun Apr 16 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2024 Sun May 5 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2025 Sun Apr 20 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2026 Sun Apr 12 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2027 Sun May 2 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2028 Sun Apr 16 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2029 Sun Apr 8 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday
2030 Sun Apr 28 Orthodox Easter Sunday Optional Holiday

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