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Easter Saturday

Hop into Easter Saturday celebrations with joyous festivities, vibrant eggs and the delightful anticipation of the Easter Bunny's arrival.

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March 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATESaturday Before Easter

OBSERVED INAustralia

CATEGORYReligion

SUBCATEGORYChristian

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to hop into the joyous festivities of Easter Saturday, marked on March 30! This day is traditionally filled with vibrant egg decorating and the delightful anticipation of the Easter Bunny’s arrival. Easter Saturday, also known as Holy Saturday, commemorates the day that Jesus Christ's body laid in the tomb, according to many Christian traditions. The day is a meaningful blend of solemnity and anticipation as it stands between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. No matter how you choose to spend it, Easter Saturday offers a unique opportunity to celebrate spring's arrival and start Easter Sunday with a heart full of joy and gratitude. Join us as we delve into the rich traditions and fascinating history of this special day, surely to leave you egg-cited for the celebrations to come!

TIMELINE

Easter Saturday Timeline

Easter Saturday Origin

Believed to be the year of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, burial and resurrection, setting the stage for the observation of Easter Saturday.

Early Church Practices

The early Christian Church begins to formally observe Easter Saturday, marking it with prayer and fasting.

Easter Vigil Traditions

Establishment of the Easter Vigil, a late-night liturgy held on Easter Saturday, to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Easter Egg Decorations

Introduction of decorated eggs as part of Easter Saturday celebrations; a tradition likely adopted from older pagan rituals.

Easter Bunny Legend

The story of the Easter Bunny becomes widely popularized in Western culture, bringing with it the custom of egg hunting on Easter Saturday.

Global Celebrations

Easter Saturday traditions are shared and experienced worldwide, inclusive of cultural adaptations and variations, but all with anticipation for Easter Sunday.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Easter Saturday

Design egg-citing Easter decorations

Spend the day designing and creating your own Easter decorations. From homemade banners to vibrant egg wreaths, there are countless DIYs that can bring the Easter spirit into your home. Use this opportunity to express creativity and start memorable family traditions.

HOST

Host a kid-friendly Easter egg dyeing party

Gather your kids and their friends for an Easter egg dyeing party. This age-old tradition gets a fun twist with this friendly gathering. Provide various different dye colors, stickers, markers, glitter glue and let the kids unleash their inner artists.

PREPARE

Prepare an Easter feast

Start your Easter celebrations a day early by preparing a hearty Easter feast on Saturday. You can include traditional foods like lamb, hot cross buns, and roasted vegetables. Don't forget to bake a beautiful Easter cake or cupcakes as a sweet finale.

ARRANGE

Arrange an Easter Saturday Vigil

For those focusing on the religious aspect of Easter, organize an Easter Saturday Vigil. This reflective tradition honors the period of waiting between Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection. Light candles, share readings from the Bible and spend the time in thoughtful contemplation and prayer.

PLAN

Plan a Bunny-Themed Movie Night

End the day with a cozy bunny-themed movie night at home. Select Easter or rabbit-related films such as Peter Rabbit, Hop or The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town. Make some popcorn and enjoy this fun and relaxed family activity.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Easter Saturday

Celebration of tradition and faith

Easter Saturday holds significant religious importance for Christians across the globe. It not only commemorates a pivotal event in Christian history, but also allows those celebrating to reflect on their faith through vigils and prayer.

Emphasis on family and togetherness

Easter Saturday celebrates the spirit of family and love by promoting togetherness through traditions such as egg decorating parties and feasting. Activities on this day are designed to be celebrated together, thus fostering stronger relationships among family members and friends.

Inspires creativity and fun

This day encourages creative expression through various activities like crafting Easter decorations and dyeing Easter eggs. Additionally, watching bunny-themed movies adds a fun element to the celebrations, making it a joyous occasion.

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A religious observance on a variable spring date commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, celebrated by Christians worldwide as the central feast of the liturgical year.

Easter Monday

Keep the Easter spirit alive this Easter Monday! Enjoy the extra day off with family, fun activities and a bounty of Easter delights.

Holy Week

A religious observance during the week before Easter commemorating the final days of Jesus Christ’s earthly life, including the Last Supper, crucifixion, and burial.

Good Friday

A religious observance on the Friday before Easter commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, observed by Christians through fasting, prayer, and solemn liturgies.

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