Easter Countdown 2026 - How Many Days Until Easter?

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How Many Days Until Easter 2026?

Our Easter countdown timer shows exactly how many days, hours, minutes, and seconds until Sunday, April 5, 2026. Easter is a moveable feast, meaning its date changes each year based on the lunar calendar.

About Easter

Easter is the most important Christian holiday, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It's also widely celebrated as a secular spring holiday featuring Easter egg hunts, the Easter Bunny, chocolate eggs, and family gatherings. Easter always falls on a Sunday between March 22 and April 25.

Easter 2026 Date

Easter Sunday: April 5, 2026
Good Friday: April 3, 2026
Holy Saturday: April 4, 2026
Easter Monday: April 6, 2026

Easter Traditions

Easter egg hunts - Children search for hidden eggs
Easter Bunny - The beloved character who delivers treats
Chocolate eggs - Sweet treats and candy
Easter baskets - Filled with goodies and gifts
Church services - Sunrise services and celebrations
Easter dinner - Ham, lamb, and spring vegetables
Egg decorating - Dyeing and painting eggs

Easter Countdown Uses

Egg hunt planning - Organize Easter egg hunts
Spring break timing - Plan school holidays
Travel arrangements - Book family visits
Basket preparation - Gather Easter basket treats
Meal planning - Prepare the Easter feast

When Is Easter Each Year?

Easter's date is calculated as the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox. This is why the date varies each year. Easter can fall anywhere from March 22 to April 25.