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Easter Sunday 2025 in Bulgaria

Many Orthodox churches base their Easter date on the Julian calendar, which often differs from the Gregorian calendar that is used by many western countries. Therefore the Orthodox Easter period often occurs later than the Easter period that falls around the time of the March equinox.

Is Easter Sunday a Public Holiday?

Easter Sunday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2025, it falls on a 日曜日, and some businesses may choose to follow 日曜日 opening hours.

It is common to crack or smash painted eggs on Orthodox Easter Day.

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About Easter Sunday

Read more about Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020日曜日4月19日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2021日曜日5月2日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2022日曜日4月24日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2023日曜日4月16日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2024日曜日5月5日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2025日曜日4月20日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2026日曜日4月12日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2027日曜日5月2日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2028日曜日4月16日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2029日曜日4月8日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday
2030日曜日4月28日 (日)Easter SundayNational Holiday

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