Easter falls on April 5 in 2026. Select a day to see local celebrations and any fasting or abstinence requirements.
| Date | Feast | Fasting? |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | Ash Wednesday | Yes |
| Sunday, March 29, 2026 | Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord | No |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Yes |
| Sunday, April 5, 2026 | Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord | No |
| Sunday, May 24, 2026 | Pentecost Sunday | No |
| Sunday, November 1, 2026 | All Saints | No |
| Sunday, November 29, 2026 | First Sunday of Advent | No |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) | No |
Choose a month to see its feasts and solemnities.
Easter Sunday 2026 is Sunday, April 5, 2026 on the General Roman Calendar.
Ash Wednesday 2026 is Wednesday, February 18, 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 United States (USCCB) for 2026, including regional solemnities and penance days where they apply.
