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Day After Good Friday 2026 in Samoa

Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his death, according to the Christian bible. It is the day after Good Friday and the day before Easter Sunday. It is also known as Easter Eve, Easter Even, Black Saturday, or the Saturday before Easter.

Is Day After Good Friday a Public Holiday?

Day After Good Friday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2026, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.

Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus (sculpture of him pictured above) lay in his tomb after he died. He was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the day after Holy Saturday, according to Christian belief.

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Day After Good Friday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Sat Apr 11 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2021 Sat Apr 3 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2022 Sat Apr 16 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2023 Sat Apr 8 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2024 Sat Mar 30 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2025 Sat Apr 19 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2026 Sat Apr 4 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2027 Sat Mar 27 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2028 Sat Apr 15 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2029 Sat Mar 31 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday
2030 Sat Apr 20 Day After Good Friday Public Holiday

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