Good Friday (Christian observance)
Good Friday, two days before Easter Sunday, is the day Christians remember the crucifixion of Jesus.
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About the day
Good Friday is one of the most solemn days in the Christian calendar, usually marked with quiet services, prayer and in many towns a public Walk of Witness. This entry covers the religious observance; the UK bank holiday is listed separately. The date moves each year with Easter.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 26 March 2027 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Friday 14 April 2028 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Friday 30 March 2029 | UK, USA, International, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
- Church of England: Lent, Holy Week and Easter
- Liturgy Office (Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales): table of moveable feasts
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