When Does Holy Week (Semana Santa) 2025 Start? End of Lent Dates

Holy Week is the most sacred week in the liturgical year for Christianity. The dates change annually because they are determined by the lunar calendar, specifically tied to the date of Easter. Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the vernal (spring) equinox.

The week begins with Palm Sunday, commemorating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It includes Holy Thursday (commemorating the Last Supper), Good Friday (commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus), and culminates in the celebration of the Resurrection on Easter Sunday. The conclusion of Lent on Holy Thursday transitions into the Easter Triduum, the three days leading up to and including Easter Sunday, which is the focal point of the week.

What is Holy Week (Semana Santa)?

It is the week leading up to Easter Sunday, observed in Christianity to commemorate the final days of Jesus Christ's life, his crucifixion, and resurrection.

When does Lent 2025 end?

Lent 2025 ends on the evening of Holy Thursday, April 17, 2025.

How are the dates for Holy Week determined each year?

The dates are based on the lunar calendar and the calculation of Easter Sunday, which falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the spring equinox.

How do you or your community typically observe Holy Week? Share your traditions or thoughts in the comments below!

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