How many days until Good Friday?
Good Friday countdown — UK public holiday, 2 days before Easter Sunday.
About Good Friday
When is Good Friday this year?
Good Friday 2027 falls on Friday 26 March 2027 — that's Friday.
Good Friday is a UK public holiday, falling 2 days before Easter Sunday.
Upcoming dates
- 2027: 26 March (Friday)
- 2028: 14 April (Friday)
- 2029: 30 March (Friday)
- 2030: 19 April (Friday)
- 2031: 11 April (Friday)
Good Friday in the UK
Good Friday is the Friday before Easter Sunday and is a bank holiday across the UK. It commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus in the Christian tradition, and many churches hold special services, processions or a Stations of the Cross. Traditionally people eat hot cross buns, which are marked with a cross, and some eat fish rather than meat. Because the date depends on Easter, it moves each year, falling between 20 March and 23 April. Most shops stay open, though some businesses close, and the day usually starts a four-day weekend with Easter Monday.
Frequently asked questions
How many days until Good Friday?
There are 169 days until Good Friday 2027 (on Friday 26 March 2027).
When is Good Friday 2027?
Good Friday 2027 is on Friday 26 March 2027.
How many weeks until Good Friday?
There are approximately 24.1 weeks until Good Friday 2027.