The Christian year
When is Good Friday?
In 2026, Good Friday falls on Friday, April 3, 2026. In 2027 it is on Friday, March 26, 2027.
Good Friday dates, 2026 to 2035
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday, April 3, 2026 |
| 2027 | Friday, March 26, 2027 |
| 2028 | Friday, April 14, 2028 |
| 2029 | Friday, March 30, 2029 |
| 2030 | Friday, April 19, 2030 |
| 2031 | Friday, April 11, 2031 |
| 2032 | Friday, March 26, 2032 |
| 2033 | Friday, April 15, 2033 |
| 2034 | Friday, April 7, 2034 |
| 2035 | Friday, March 23, 2035 |
What is Good Friday?
Good Friday is the day Christians remember the crucifixion of Jesus, when he bore the sin of the world and said, It is finished. It is called good not because the suffering was good, but because through that dark day came the greatest good, our forgiveness and reconciliation with God.
In the Word
When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.John 19:30 (KJV)
How it is observed
It is kept with quiet, fasting, and reflection on the cross; many churches hold solemn services in the afternoon.
The Friday before Easter, observed across the whole church.
Keep the day with The Living Bread
Read the Scripture, pray, and gather the family of God as Good Friday draws near. The Living Bread is a free, ad-free home for prayer, the Word, and Christian community.
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