Easter falls on 5 April in 2026. Select a day to see local celebrations and any fasting or abstinence requirements.
| Date | Feast | Fasting? |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 18 February 2026 | Ash Wednesday | Yes |
| Sunday, 29 March 2026 | Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord | No |
| Friday, 3 April 2026 | Good Friday | Yes |
| Sunday, 5 April 2026 | Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord | No |
| Sunday, 24 May 2026 | Pentecost Sunday | No |
| Sunday, 1 November 2026 | All Saints | No |
| Sunday, 29 November 2026 | First Sunday of Advent | No |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) | No |
Choose a month to see its feasts and solemnities.
Easter Sunday 2026 is Sunday, 5 April 2026 on the General Roman Calendar.
Ash Wednesday 2026 is Wednesday, 18 February 2026, the start of Lent.
A solemnity is a major celebration in the Church’s liturgical year, such as Easter, Christmas or Pentecost. These days have special prayers and readings at Mass and in the Liturgy of the Hours.
Dates follow the England for 2026, including regional solemnities and penance days where they apply.
