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Coptic Orthodox
The most important feast of the Coptic calendar, following 55 days of fasting during Coptic Lent. The fast is among the strictest in all of Christianity: complete abstinence from all animal products (vegan fast) on most days, with meals beginning only in the afternoon.
The Pascha (Orthodox Easter) service begins on the night of Holy Saturday. It usually falls on or around 5 April 2026.
It is especially important in Coptic Orthodox traditions. Explore pilgrimage holidays — browse options on Eden.
At a glance
- Type
- major feast
- Date type
- Moveable (changes with Easter)
- Regions
- Egypt, Global
- Themes
- Resurrection
- Liturgical colour
- White, Gold
Common questions
Coptic Easter is observed on 5 April 2026. Moveable feasts shift each year; fixed feasts stay on the same calendar date.
The most important feast of the Coptic calendar, following 55 days of fasting during Coptic Lent. The fast is among the strictest in all of Christianity: complete abstinence from all animal products (vegan fast) on most days, with meals beginning only in the afternoon. The Pascha (Orthodox Easter) service begins on the night of Holy Saturday. Breaking the fast with lamb and traditional Coptic foods is a major cultu
It is associated with Coptic Orthodox. It falls in the Easter season of the liturgical year.
