Skywatching Tips for December 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in December 2025, including the Geminid meteor shower and the December solstice.
Holy Saturday is the day between Jesus Christ's crucifixion (Good Friday) and his resurrection (Easter Sunday), according to Christian belief. Many Orthodox Christians commemorate the burial of Christ on this day.
Is Holy Saturday (Orthodox) a Public Holiday?
Even though Holy Saturday (Orthodox) falls on Saturday, April 11, 2026, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in Cyprus.
As midnight approaches, Orthodox worshippers light candles, and church bells announce the resurrection of Christ at midnight.
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About Holy Saturday (Orthodox)
Read more about Holy Saturday (Orthodox).Holy Saturday (Orthodox) Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sat | Apr 18 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2021 | Sat | May 1 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2022 | Sat | Apr 23 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2023 | Sat | Apr 15 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2024 | Sat | May 4 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2025 | Sat | Apr 19 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2026 | Sat | Apr 11 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2027 | Sat | May 1 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2028 | Sat | Apr 15 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2029 | Sat | Apr 7 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2030 | Sat | Apr 27 | Holy Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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