Easter Monday, a significant day in the Christian calendar, falls on April 6, 2026, the day after Easter Sunday, celebrated as the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This day is recognized in over 100 countries, including Canada, the UK, and most of Europe, often designated as a public holiday.
Easter Week Timeline for 2026
Easter Week, also known as Holy Week, begins with Palm Sunday on March 29, 2026, and consists of several important days leading to Easter Sunday. Here is a breakdown of the key dates:
- March 29: Palm Sunday – Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey.
- March 30: Holy Monday
- March 31: Holy Tuesday
- April 1: Holy Wednesday (also known as Good Wednesday)
- April 2: Maundy Thursday – Last Supper and washing of the feet.
- April 3: Good Friday – Jesus’ crucifixion.
- April 4: Holy Saturday – A day of mourning.
- April 5: Easter Sunday – Celebration of Jesus’ resurrection.
What to Expect on Easter Monday
Public Holiday Status
Easter Monday is not recognized as a federal holiday in the United States. Therefore, federal offices, banks, and the U.S. Postal Service will operate as usual on April 6, 2026.
Operational Status of Offices and Services
- Banks: Open on Easter Monday.
- Post Offices: Open with regular mail delivery.
- DMV Services: Open, including state offices like the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Schools’ Status
In Florida, while many schools remain open on Easter Monday, Hamilton County schools will be closed, coinciding with their scheduled spring break from April 6 to April 10, 2026.
The Easter Monday Act of 2025
The Easter Monday Act of 2025 proposes designating Easter Monday as a legal public holiday. This bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate on April 10, 2025, by Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri) and is currently under review in the Senate Judiciary Committee. A related House bill is also in consideration but has not yet advanced.
White House Easter Egg Roll
Traditionally held on Easter Monday, the White House Easter Egg Roll has been a celebrated event since the 1870s. Tickets for this event are free and awarded through an online lottery, with commemorative wooden eggs given to attendees, a custom introduced by former First Lady Nancy Reagan in 1981.
As Easter Monday approaches, many will look forward to the unique traditions and operational realities of this day across various sectors, highlighting the cultural significance of the Easter celebrations.
