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Easter Sunday 2025 in South Africa

Easter Sunday is one of the most joyful and significant celebrations for Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection from death, as written in the Christian Bible.

Is Easter Sunday a Public Holiday?

Easter Sunday is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, April 20, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in South Africa.

People gathered by a cross at sunrise on a mountain summit.

Sunrise gatherings on Easter Sunday reflect themes of renewal, hope, and community across many cultures.

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About Easter Sunday

Read more about Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020SunApr 12Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2021SunApr 4Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2022SunApr 17Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2023SunApr 9Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2024SunMar 31Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2025SunApr 20Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2026SunApr 5Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2027SunMar 28Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2028SunApr 16Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2029SunApr 1Easter SundayObservance, Christian
2030SunApr 21Easter SundayObservance, Christian

While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.

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