Good Friday
Many Christians in Germany observe the Good Friday public holiday to mark the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his death, according to the Christian bible. It is the day after Good Friday and the day before Easter Sunday. It is also known as Easter Eve, Easter Even, Black Saturday, or the Saturday before Easter.
Is Holy Saturday a Public Holiday?
While Holy Saturday is not a public holiday, it is categorized as a silent day (stiller Tag) in all or part of Germany. In some states, special restrictions may apply for certain types of activities, such as concerts or dance events. Depending on the state, businesses may follow normal or restricted opening hours, or they may be closed for the day.
Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus (sculpture of him pictured above) lay in his tomb after he died. He was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the day after Holy Saturday, according to Christian belief.
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About Holy Saturday
Read more about Holy Saturday.Holy Saturday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sat | Apr 20 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2020 | Sat | Apr 11 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2021 | Sat | Apr 3 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2022 | Sat | Apr 16 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2023 | Sat | Apr 8 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2024 | Sat | Mar 30 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2025 | Sat | Apr 19 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2026 | Sat | Apr 4 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2027 | Sat | Mar 27 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2028 | Sat | Apr 15 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
| 2029 | Sat | Mar 31 | Holy Saturday | Silent Day | BY, HE, NDS, RLP, SL |
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Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday is a holiday in Germany to celebrate the Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to the Christian Bible.
Easter Monday
Many people in Germany annually observe Easter Monday on the day after Easter Sunday. It is a public holiday in all states.
May Day
May Day in Germany is a holiday to celebrate the start of spring and to campaign for workers' rights. It is always on May 1.