Public holiday in Albania
Easter - Catholic in Albania
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Catholic Easter is a nationwide public holiday in Albania for the Roman Catholic community and for anyone observing the day. It falls on different Sundays each year and is one of the Christian holidays on the Albanian calendar.
About Easter - Catholic in Albania
In Albania, Catholic Easter is observed nationwide as a public holiday. It marks the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus in the Roman Catholic tradition and is part of the country’s Christian holiday calendar. The day is especially relevant in areas and families with Catholic backgrounds, but the public-holiday status applies across the country. As a moveable feast, it does not fall on a fixed date and is observed on Sunday according to the Catholic liturgical calendar.
Traditions
In Albanian Catholic communities, Easter is commonly marked with church attendance and family meals. The holiday is associated with the end of Lent and the use of Easter foods such as eggs and festive baked dishes, though practices can vary by family and region.
How Easter - Catholic is celebrated in Albania
Celebrations are typically centered on religious services and time with family. Many people who observe the day use it as an opportunity for a meal at home and for visiting relatives after church.
Interesting facts
Albania is religiously diverse, so Catholic Easter is one of several Christian holidays observed in the country. It is a nationwide public holiday rather than a holiday limited to a single locality or region.
Dates in published calendars
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
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