Easter Holidays in 2025

Easter is a prime Christian festival, which is celebrated to honour the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The festival's date is not constant. Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday of a full moon day. In 2025, the Easter holiday is on 20th April.

Easter is a holy festival celebrated by churches across the world. An important feature of the festival is an egg, which is an epitome of the rebirth of the Christian community. So, nicely decorated eggs have become essential for Easter.

Date

Day

Holiday

20 April 2025

Sunday

Easter Sunday

How is Easter Celebrated?

Easter Holidays

Easter is celebrated by many people across the world with special church services, candlelight, music, the ringing of church bells and flowers. It is viewed as the greatest feast of the church year by Christians. As per Christian belief, Easter is a day of happiness. The symbols of the festival include Easter eggs and Easter Bunny.

  1. The Easter Parade involves festive processions in the streets where people dress in their finest clothes. It is not necessarily a religious event and can be either formal or informal in nature. 
  2. The Easter Bunny, also known as the Easter Rabbit or Easter Hare, is a symbol of Easter and brings toys, coloured eggs, and candies to good children on the night before Easter, similar to Santa Claus. 
  3. The Easter Basket is a decorated basket filled with Easter eggs, food, toys, and other gifts. It has become a popular tradition associated with Easter, and according to legend, it is delivered by the Easter Bunny to good children the night before Easter. 
  4. Easter Eggs, also known as Eggs of Easter, are coloured and decorated eggs placed in Easter Baskets. They represent the empty tomb of Jesus Christ from which He resurrected. 
  1. Egg Hunt is a game played by children in many countries where they search for hidden Easter Eggs in their homes and collect them in their Easter Baskets. Prizes may be awarded to those who find the most eggs. 
  2. On Easter Sunday, lamb meat is traditionally served as dinner in many places. This is a symbol of the sacrifice made by a lamb during the Jewish Passover and is eaten on Easter to commemorate this sacrifice.

Best Destinations in India to Spend Easter Holidays 2025

  1. Vizag: The rebirth of Lord Jesus is celebrated in Vizag, a port city. This festival is widely celebrated by the community of Anglo-Indian. The notable points of the city include Soldierpet and Gyanapuram.
  2. Kochi: Kochi has various churches, which organise services to respect the Jesus Christ's rebirth. In the city, restaurants will offer special Easter Sunday meals whereas shop will offer Easter bunnies and goodies.
  3. Mumbai: The city of Mumbai is another renowned place to celebrate the festival of Easter and it attracts devotees across the nation. All churches organise prayers.
  4. Aizwal: The capital city of Mizoram, Aizwal, has a good number of Christians who organise prayers on the day.
  5. Goa: Goa has a good Christianity culture and it has several churches. In the paradise of beach, Easter is a major deal.
  1. Tamil Nadu: In Tamil Nadu, individuals from diverse backgrounds gather to celebrate the happiness and festivities of Easter. Unique masses and services are organized to cater to all. 
  2. Meghalaya: In Meghalaya, Easter is celebrated at midnight with the singing of folk songs and dancing. The church arranges special programs throughout the day, including church choirs, Easter sermons, and a special Sunrise Service. Candlelight marches are held in all churches, with everyone lighting candles to express their joy to the Lord Jesus. Additionally, baptisms of new born babies and Easter egg hunts are organized. 
  1. Nagaland: In Nagaland, people attend church on Easter Sunday where events such as the Vigil service and readings from the New and Old Testaments are held. Local people take initiatives to help the needy and poor and make their day special and blessed as well. 

FAQs on Easter Holidays in 2025

  • What is the meaning of Easter?

    Easter holds great significance as it celebrates Jesus Christ's triumph over death. 

  • Why is the date of Easter different each year?

    Although it may seem arbitrary, Easter falls on the Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox, which can occur anywhere between 22 March 22 and 25 April.

  • When will Easter be celebrated in 2025?

    Easter Sunday in 2025 falls on 20 April. 

  • What are some Easter traditions?

    Some common Easter traditions include attending church services, decorating Easter eggs, giving Easter baskets filled with candy and gifts, participating in Easter egg hunts, and enjoying a special Easter meal with family and friends. 

  • How is Easter celebrated around the world?

    Easter is celebrated in various ways across the world, but some common traditions include attending church services, decorating Easter eggs, giving Easter baskets, participating in Easter egg hunts, and enjoying special Easter meals. In some countries, there are also parades and other cultural events to celebrate the holiday. 

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