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Ethiopian Good Friday in Ethiopia
Millions of Orthodox Christians commemorate Good Friday, also known as “Great Friday” to remember the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. The Orthodox Easter dates usually differ from the dates used by western churches because most Orthodox churches retained some version of the Julian calendar, which is older than the Gregorian calendar, commonly used today.
Is Ethiopian Good Friday a Public Holiday?
Ethiopian Good Friday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
The crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ is remembered on Good Friday.
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About Ethiopian Good Friday
Read more about Ethiopian Good Friday.Ethiopian Good Friday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Fri | Apr 10 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Fri | Apr 29 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Fri | Apr 14 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Fri | Apr 6 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Fri | Apr 26 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | Apr 17 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Fri | Apr 30 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Fri | Apr 22 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Fri | Apr 14 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Fri | May 3 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Fri | Apr 18 | Ethiopian Good Friday | Public Holiday |
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