Public holiday in Kosovo
Orthodox Easter Monday in Kosovo
Monday, April 13, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Orthodox Easter Monday is a nationwide public holiday in Kosovo observed by Orthodox Christians and recognized across the country. It follows Orthodox Easter Sunday and is part of the Easter observance in the Orthodox calendar.
About Orthodox Easter Monday in Kosovo
In Kosovo, Orthodox Easter Monday is observed nationwide as a public holiday. It is the day after Orthodox Easter Sunday and falls within the Orthodox Paschal period, so its place in the calendar changes from year to year. For Orthodox communities in Kosovo, the day extends the Easter observance and is associated with family visits, shared meals and church life. Because it is a public holiday, it is relevant beyond religious observance as part of the country’s official holiday calendar.
Traditions
The holiday is associated with Orthodox Easter customs rather than a separate civic ceremony. In Kosovo, observance typically centers on church attendance, greeting others with the Easter greeting used by Orthodox Christians, and gathering with family after the Easter services and Sunday celebrations.
How Orthodox Easter Monday is celebrated in Kosovo
On Orthodox Easter Monday, many Orthodox Christians in Kosovo continue the Easter period with visits to relatives and time at home. Where families observe the feast, the day is usually quieter than Easter Sunday and focuses on meals, conversation and rest rather than public events.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 Apr 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.