Easter
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in many countries and is part of the Easter period. It is a Christian observance and is the day after Easter Sunday.
Is Easter Monday a Public Holiday?
Easter Monday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
A basket of Easter eggs.
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About Easter Monday
Read more about Easter Monday.Easter Monday Observances
Note: Holidays that fall in a weekend are moved to the nearest Monday.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Mon | Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2016 | Mon | Mar 28 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Apr 17 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2018 | Mon | Apr 2 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Apr 22 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2020 | Mon | Apr 13 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2021 | Mon | Apr 5 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Apr 18 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Apr 10 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2024 | Mon | Apr 1 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | Apr 21 | Easter Monday | Official Holiday |
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