Easter Sunday

Nationwide public holiday in Gabon · Pâques Religious

Next Easter Sunday

Sunday, 28 March 2027

Dates

YearDateNotes
2023Sunday 9 April 2023Nationwide
2024Sunday 31 March 2024Nationwide
2025Sunday 20 April 2025Nationwide
2026Sunday 5 April 2026Nationwide
2027Sunday 28 March 2027Nationwide
2028Sunday 16 April 2028Nationwide
2029Sunday 1 April 2029Nationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Gabon.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Make it longer

Sat 27 Mar – Mon 29 Mar is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed. Show on the calendar →

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Libreville around 28 March: high 29°C (84°F), low 27°C (80°F), rain on 86% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Libreville. Past averages, not a forecast.

About Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is the central feast of the Christian year. Its date is calculated from the first full moon after the spring equinox. Western churches use the Gregorian calendar and most Orthodox churches the Julian calendar for this calculation, so they often celebrate Easter on different Sundays, although the dates sometimes coincide.

Traditions

Christians attend church services, and families come together for a festive meal. Decorated eggs are a common symbol of the day, and many countries have their own special breads, cakes and egg games associated with Easter.

Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.

What else is celebrated around the world on 28 March →

Coming up next in Gabon

Easter Monday

Monday, 29 March 2027

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