Category: Religious Observances

What is Easter Friday? Distinction from Good Friday

3 April 2026

Introduction: Why Easter Friday matters Easter Friday, often called Bright Friday, occupies a distinct place in the Christian calendar as the sixth day of Eastertide. Clarifying its meaning is important because the name has at times been confused with Good Friday, a very different observance earlier in Holy Week. Understanding the distinction helps worshippers, communities […]