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Holy Saturday 2025 in Zimbabwe

Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his death, according to the Christian bible. It is the day after Good Friday and the day before Easter Sunday. It is also known as Easter Eve, Easter Even, Black Saturday, or the Saturday before Easter.

Is Holy Saturday a Public Holiday?

Holy Saturday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2025, it falls on a zaterdag, and some businesses may choose to follow zaterdag opening hours.

Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus (sculpture of him pictured above) lay in his tomb after he died. He was resurrected on Easter Sunday, the day after Holy Saturday, according to Christian belief.

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About Holy Saturday

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Holy Saturday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020zat11 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2021zat3 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2022zat16 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2023zat8 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2024zat30 mrtHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2025zat19 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2026zat4 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2027zat27 mrtHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2028zat15 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2029zat31 mrtHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday
2030zat20 aprHoly SaturdayPublic Holiday

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