Easter Monday in Ireland
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Easter Monday is one of Ireland's ten statutory public holidays. It falls on the day after Easter Sunday, so its Gregorian date changes each year.
Easter Monday
Holiday
Ireland
Country
2026
Next Date Year
Monday
Day
Apr
06
April 6, 2026
Easter Monday Date in Ireland
Date
April 6, 2026
Day
Monday
Public Holiday
Yes
Bank Holiday
No
Date Confirmed
Yes
Easter Monday Dates in Ireland
Easter Monday 2026
- Confirmed
Easter Monday 2027
- Confirmed
Easter Monday 2028
- Confirmed
History of Easter Monday
The holiday forms part of the Christian Easter season and is expressly named in Ireland's statutory public-holiday schedule. It also has a distinctive place in Irish historical memory because the 1916 Easter Rising began on Easter Monday.
Importance of Easter Monday
For workers, the day carries the public-holiday benefit set out in Irish working-time law. For families, it extends the Easter weekend and coincides with the school Easter break.
How Easter Monday Is Celebrated in Ireland
Religious observance is concentrated during Holy Week and Easter Sunday; Easter Monday is commonly used for family activities, sporting events and travel.
Office Impact
Government offices and many workplaces close. Businesses that operate must still apply the relevant statutory public-holiday entitlement to qualifying employees.
Bank Impact
Branches generally close and ordinary payments may wait until the next banking day. Digital banking availability does not guarantee same-day settlement.
School Impact
Primary and post-primary schools are normally within the standardized Easter break; exact reopening arrangements should be checked with the school.
Travel Information
Holiday traffic can be heavy at the end of the Easter weekend. Rail, bus and local services may use holiday timetables.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Easter Monday?
It is the day after Easter Sunday, so the date changes annually.
Is it a public holiday in Ireland?
Yes. It is expressly included in Ireland's statutory list.
Why is it historically significant?
The 1916 Easter Rising began on Easter Monday.