Easter Sunday
Nationwide public holiday in Latvia · Pirmās Lieldienas
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 April | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 28 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Latvia.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 26 Mar – Mon 29 Mar is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Riga around 28 March: high 6°C (43°F), low -1°C (31°F), rain on 37% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Riga. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 28 March in Riga: (MET Norway)
About Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is the central feast of the Christian year. Its date is calculated from the first full moon after the spring equinox. Western churches use the Gregorian calendar and most Orthodox churches the Julian calendar for this calculation, so they often celebrate Easter on different Sundays, although the dates sometimes coincide.
Traditions
Christians attend church services, and families come together for a festive meal. Decorated eggs are a common symbol of the day, and many countries have their own special breads, cakes and egg games associated with Easter.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
Coming up next in Latvia
Monday, 29 March 2027
Easter Sunday in other countries
Åland Islands
Belgium
Croatia
Denmark
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Finland
Iceland
Italy
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.