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Holy Saturday 2026 in Vatican City (Holy See)

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 Holy Saturday a Public Holiday?

Even though Holy Saturday falls on Saturday, April 4, 2026, it is a working day. Most businesses follow regular opening hours in Vatican City (Holy See).

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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About Holy Saturday

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Holy Saturday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Sat Apr 11 Holy Saturday Observance
2021 Sat Apr 3 Holy Saturday Observance
2022 Sat Apr 16 Holy Saturday Observance
2023 Sat Apr 8 Holy Saturday Observance
2024 Sat Mar 30 Holy Saturday Observance
2025 Sat Apr 19 Holy Saturday Observance
2026 Sat Apr 4 Holy Saturday Observance
2027 Sat Mar 27 Holy Saturday Observance
2028 Sat Apr 15 Holy Saturday Observance
2029 Sat Mar 31 Holy Saturday Observance
2030 Sat Apr 20 Holy Saturday Observance

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