Holy Week 2027 begins with Palm Sunday on March 21 and culminates on Easter Sunday, March 28, 2027. Maundy Thursday (March 25) and Good Friday (March 26) are the central days, and they are public holidays in most countries with a Christian tradition.
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Key dates of Holy Week 2027
| Day | Date | Celebration |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Sunday | March 21 | Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem |
| Maundy Thursday | March 25 | Last Supper and foot washing |
| Good Friday | March 26 | Crucifixion and Way of the Cross |
| Holy Saturday | March 27 | Easter Vigil |
| Easter Sunday | March 28 | Resurrection of Jesus |
Why does the date change every year?
Holy Week follows the lunar calendar: it falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the March equinox. That’s why the date moves between late March and late April. In 2027 it comes quite early.
Traditions around the world
- Spain: processions with floats and brotherhoods in Seville, Málaga or Valladolid, some centuries old.
- Mexico: the Way of the Cross reenactment in Iztapalapa (Mexico City), one of the largest in the world.
- Guatemala: colorful sawdust carpets in Antigua.
- Peru: processions such as the Señor de los Milagros.
- Argentina and Chile: public holidays on Thursday and Friday, with quiet family time.
Frequently asked questions
Which days are Easter holidays in 2027? Maundy Thursday, March 25, and Good Friday, March 26, in most Latin American countries and Spain.
What day is Easter Sunday 2027? March 28, 2027.
Want more important dates? See What’s celebrated today? and our Christmas, Three Kings Day and Mother’s Day countdowns.