Traditional Easter celebrations in Europe

Traditional Easter celebrations in Europe

Easter is just around the corner, and these traditional celebrations in Europe are ready to spark your next travel plans…  

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Greek Easter Celebrations 

Location: Mykonos, Greece 

Date: 29/03/2026 – 05/04/2026  

Experience the vibrant Greek Easter celebrations in Mykonos, Greece, where centuries-old traditions come alive with candlelit processions, midnight church services, and spectacular fireworks. The island’s picturesque whitewashed villages are filled with music, feasting, and joyful gatherings, offering a unique blend of spiritual and cultural festivities. Visitors can savor local delicacies like lamb on the spit and sweet tsoureki bread, while enjoying the warm hospitality of the Mykonian community. Celebrate Easter in Mykonos for an unforgettable immersion into Greek culture against the stunning backdrop of the Aegean Sea. 

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Holy Week and Orthodox Easter in Kefalonia 

Location: Kefalonia, Greece 

Date: 05/04/2026 – 12/04/2026 

Easter in Kefalonia is a vibrant blend of deep-rooted Orthodox tradition and joyful celebration, offering visitors an unforgettable cultural experience. The 40-day Lenten period culminates in Holy Week, when the island comes alive with spiritual rituals and community gatherings. 

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Good Friday Procession 

Location: Milan, Italy 

Date: 03/04/2026 

The Good Friday Procession in Savona is a powerful display of faith, history, and tradition. Spectators can witness intricately carved wooden coffins depicting the Passion of Christ, carried through the streets to the solemn tolling of the Brandale tower bell. Hooded figures, torchbearers, and choirs create a deeply moving atmosphere, culminating in the procession of a relic of the Holy Cross. This centuries-old tradition offers a unique and unforgettable cultural experience in the heart of Savona. 

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Holy Week in Corfu 

Location: Corfu, Greece 

Date: 04/04/2026 – 14/04/2026 

Holy Week in Corfu is one of the most culturally rich and moving celebrations in Greece, blending solemn religious tradition with the island’s deep musical heritage. Throughout the week, the air is filled with choral singing, the scent of incense, and the echoes of centuries-old customs, making Holy Week in Corfu a truly immersive and unforgettable experience. 

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Author: Daisy Colley (she/her)
Last updated: 20/01/2026