Easter Countdown
Easter Sunday is one of the most significant holidays in the Christian calendar, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In 2026, Easter falls on April 5th. The holiday also marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated with colorful eggs, bunnies, and family gatherings.
Why Does Easter's Date Change?
Easter Traditions
Egg Hunts
Children search for hidden eggs.
Decorating Eggs
Dyeing and painting in bright colors.
Easter Baskets
Filled with candy and treats.
Easter Bunny
Symbol who brings gifts.
Church Services
Celebrating the resurrection.
Family Meals
Traditional Easter lunch/dinner.
About This Countdown
This countdown automatically calculates the correct Easter date each year using the traditional computus algorithm. You don't need to manually update it — the countdown always targets the next Easter Sunday.
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How to Use the Easter Countdown
The countdown automatically calculates Easter's date for the current year. Here's how to make the most of it:
View the Countdown
The main display shows time remaining until Easter Sunday:
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Choose Your Theme
Select a spring visual style from the toolbar:
Vibrant Springtime
- Colorful Easter eggs
- Adorable Easter bunnies
- Spring flowers everywhere
- Flying butterflies
- Falling flower petals
- Green grass at the bottom
Traditional Easter
- Subtle spring decorations
- Classic Easter color palette
- Elegant animations
- Refined atmosphere
Share the Easter Countdown
Create Share Link
Click the Create Share Link button.
Customize
Enter a title like "Smith Family Easter Egg Hunt!" and add a message.
Share
Generate and share with family and friends!
Tips
- The countdown automatically calculates Easter's date each year
- Updates in real-time without refreshing
- Works on all devices — display for children's anticipation
- Theme preferences are saved automatically
Easter Countdown Features
Automatic Easter Date Calculation
The countdown uses the traditional computus algorithm to calculate Easter's date each year. Since Easter falls on a different date annually, this automatic calculation ensures accuracy without manual updates.
| Year | Easter Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | April 5 |
| 2027 | March 28 |
| 2028 | April 16 |
Two Spring Themes
Vibrant Springtime Celebration
- Colorful Easter eggs in 8 different colors
- Multiple egg patterns including stripes and polka dots
- Cute Easter bunny decorations
- Spring flowers throughout the display
- Animated butterflies flying across
- Falling flower petals in pink, yellow, and purple
- Green grass decoration at the bottom
- Twinkling sparkles and flower stars
Traditional Easter Experience
- Subtle, elegant spring decorations
- Classic Easter color palette
- Refined animations
Animated Spring Elements
Easter Eggs
Bunnies
Butterflies
Flowers
Petals
Shareable Countdown Links
Custom Title
Name your Easter gathering.
Personal Message
Add Easter wishes.
One-Click Copy
Easy sharing to any platform.
Cross-Device Compatibility
- Responsive design for all screen sizes
- Perfect for building children's anticipation
- Works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Continues running offline after initial load
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Easter 2026?
Easter Sunday 2026 falls on April 5, 2026. The date is calculated based on the lunar calendar and changes each year.
Why does Easter's date change every year?
Easter is set as the first Sunday following the first full moon after the spring equinox (March 21). This astronomical calculation, known as the computus, means Easter can fall on any Sunday between March 22 and April 25.
Does this countdown automatically know the correct Easter date?
Yes! The countdown uses the traditional computus algorithm to calculate Easter's exact date for each year. You don't need to manually update it — it automatically targets the next Easter Sunday.
What's the difference between Spring and Classic themes?
Spring Garden is vibrant and colorful with animated Easter eggs, bunnies, butterflies, and flowers — great for children.
Classic has a more subtle, elegant aesthetic while still celebrating the Easter season.
Can I share the countdown?
Yes! Click Create Share Link to generate a shareable URL. Perfect for family Easter gathering invitations.
What happens after Easter?
Once Easter Sunday passes, the countdown automatically recalculates and begins counting down to the following year's Easter.
Does it work offline?
Yes. After loading once, the countdown continues working without internet using your device's clock.
What are traditional Easter symbols?
Common Easter symbols include eggs (representing new life), bunnies (fertility and spring), lambs (sacrifice), lilies (purity), and chicks (new beginnings). Many of these appear in the countdown's animations.
Is Easter the same date worldwide?
Western churches (Catholic, Protestant) and Eastern Orthodox churches calculate Easter differently, so the dates often differ. This countdown follows the Western (Gregorian) calculation used in most of North America, Western Europe, and other regions.
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