holidays

Holy Saturday

Holy Saturday is the Saturday before Easter in the Christian calendar. It is a day of waiting and anticipation, commemorating the period between Jesus’s crucifixion and resurrection.

About the Holiday

Holy Saturday is the last day of the Easter Triduum and is observed as a day of solemn reflection and expectation. It is a day of transition between the grief of Good Friday and the joy of Easter Sunday. Many Christian traditions hold special services, particularly the Easter Vigil, which takes place on Holy Saturday evening.

Ways to Celebrate

• Attending the Easter Vigil service (typically held in the evening)
• Baptism services and renewal of baptismal vows
• Lighting the Easter candle
• Silent prayer and reflection
• Preparing Easter baskets and decorations
• Family preparations for Easter celebrations
• Fasting until Easter Sunday
• Contemplating resurrection and hope

Dates for 2027-2032

Year	Date
2027	April 3
2028	March 25
2029	April 14
2030	April 6
2031	March 29
2032	April 17