How Many Days Until Easter?
A live countdown to Easter Sunday.
Easter Sunday moves each year, so the countdown always counts to the next one.
Easter Sunday: dates for the next five years
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 April | Sunday |
| 2027 | 28 March | Sunday |
| 2028 | 16 April | Sunday |
| 2029 | 1 April | Sunday |
| 2030 | 21 April | Sunday |
Key dates around Easter Sunday
| Date | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancake Day | Tue 17 February | Tue 9 February | Tue 29 February |
| Ash Wednesday | Wed 18 February | Wed 10 February | Wed 1 March |
| Mothering Sunday | Sun 15 March | Sun 7 March | Sun 26 March |
| Good Friday (bank holiday) | Fri 3 April | Fri 26 March | Fri 14 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sun 5 April | Sun 28 March | Sun 16 April |
| Easter Monday (bank holiday, not Scotland) | Mon 6 April | Mon 29 March | Mon 17 April |
Large shops in England and Wales (over 280 square metres) must stay closed on Easter Sunday. Easter school holidays are set by each local authority, so check your school’s own calendar.
Frequently asked questions
How many days until Easter?
The counter at the top of this page shows the exact number of days, hours, minutes and seconds to go, and updates as you watch.
What day is Easter Sunday in 2027?
Sunday, 28 March 2027.
What day is Easter Sunday in 2028?
Sunday, 16 April 2028.
How many weeks until Easter?
The counter also shows the time to go in weeks and days, and the number of weekdays (Monday to Friday) left, which is useful for planning.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.