Easter Day in New Zealand

Easter Sunday is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian bible.

Ascension Day — Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus' resurrection from death.

About Easter Day

Easter Day Observances

Weekday	Date	Year	Name	Holiday Type
Sun	Apr 4	2010	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 24	2011	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 8	2012	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Mar 31	2013	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 20	2014	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 5	2015	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Mar 27	2016	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 16	2017	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 1	2018	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 21	2019	Easter Day	Observance
Sun	Apr 12	2020	Easter Day	Observance

Quick Facts

Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.

Easter Day 2017

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Easter Day 2018

Sunday, April 1, 2018

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List of dates for other years

Related holidays

Good Friday – Friday, April 14, 2017
Holy Saturday – Saturday, April 15, 2017
Easter Monday – Monday, April 17, 2017

Other holidays in April 2018 in New Zealand

April Fools – Sunday, April 1, 2018
Easter Monday – Monday, April 2, 2018
ANZAC Day – Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Fun Holidays on April 16, 2018

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