How and when will Easter be celebrated in Nizhny Novgorod this year? What does this holiday symbolize? In which churches will services take place, and what other events will occur in the city? Everything you wanted to know about Easter will be explained by KUDAGO. When is Easter celebrated in 2026? Easter is one of the main religious holidays, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus. However, Easter does not have a specific date. For centuries, there have been disagreements among different churches regarding the day Easter should be celebrated. Confusion also arose due to the use of the Gregorian and New Julian calendars. In the mid-20th century, it was decided to celebrate Easter according to the lunar calendar: on the first Sunday after the spring full moon. In 2026, Easter falls on April 12. Interesting fact: The Old Testament mentions that originally, Passover was a holiday celebrating the liberation of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. Later, Passover was created for this event, and Easter was dedicated to the resurrection of Jesus. Symbols and Traditions Since Easter not only signifies the resurrection of Jesus but also serves as the main spring holiday for believers, all related attributes, such as streams, the Holy Fire, rabbits, kulich (Easter bread), and eggs symbolize renewal, light, and life. The main event of Easter is the Procession of the Cross. This ritual symbolizes the solemn resurrection of Christ and the celebration of his victory over death. It begins immediately after the Easter service in the church. The priest or bishop carries the cross around the church, followed by monks, clergy, and believers. The procession is also accompanied by Easter hymns and the reading of prayers. Photo: PhotoJuli86 / Shutterstock / FOTODOM If you delve into traditional Easter rituals, you can feel the grandeur of this celebration. You can prepare for the holiday in advance. For example, you can watch ten films based on biblical stories to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Easter. KudaGo has compiled a list of suitable films.