In Russia, Easter is usually celebrated later than in the West, because Easter dates are determined by different calendars. The Russian Orthodox church uses the old Julian calendar, while the Roman Catholic and Protestant churches switched to the Gregorian calendar in the 16th century.

Does Russia celebrate Easter?

In Russia, Easter is usually celebrated later than in the West, because Easter dates are determined by different calendars. The Russian Orthodox church uses the old Julian calendar, while the Roman Catholic and Protestant churches switched to the Gregorian calendar in the 16th century.

Is today Russian Orthodox Easter?

Orthodox Easter Day is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, May 2, 2021 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in Russia. It is common to crack or smash painted eggs on Orthodox Easter Day.