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Orthodox Easter Day 2024 in Russia

Many Orthodox churches base their Easter date on the Julian calendar, which often differs from the Gregorian calendar that is used by many western countries. Therefore the Orthodox Easter period often occurs later than the Easter period that falls around the time of the March equinox.

Is Orthodox Easter Day a Public Holiday?

Orthodox Easter Day is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, May 5, 2024 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Russia.

It is common to crack or smash painted eggs on Orthodox Easter Day.

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About Orthodox Easter Day

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Orthodox Easter Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019SunApr 28Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2020SunApr 19Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2021SunMay 2Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2022SunApr 24Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2023SunApr 16Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2024SunMay 5Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2025SunApr 20Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2026SunApr 12Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2027SunMay 2Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2028SunApr 16Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox
2029SunApr 8Orthodox Easter DayObservance, Orthodox

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