Look Up for the Leonids
The Leonids come with a bonus this year: A Mars-Jupiter close approach will be visible near the meteor shower’s radiant. Find out when and where to see them.
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 Easter Saturday (Orthodox) a Public Holiday?
Although Easter Saturday (Orthodox) is not a public holiday, businesses and schools may be closed because it falls on the same date as Labor Day in 2027.
As midnight approaches, Orthodox worshippers light candles, and church bells announce the resurrection of Christ at midnight.
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About Easter Saturday (Orthodox)
Read more about Easter Saturday (Orthodox).Easter Saturday (Orthodox) Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sat | May 1 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2022 | Sat | Apr 23 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2023 | Sat | Apr 15 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2024 | Sat | May 4 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2025 | Sat | Apr 19 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2026 | Sat | Apr 11 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2027 | Sat | May 1 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2028 | Sat | Apr 15 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2029 | Sat | Apr 7 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2030 | Sat | Apr 27 | Easter Saturday (Orthodox) | Observance, Orthodox |
| 2031 | Sat | Apr 12 | Easter 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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Good Friday (Orthodox)
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world annually observe Good Friday to commemorate the events leading up to Jesus Christ's crucifixion.