Holy Week Defined

Holy Week is defined as the seven days leading up to Easter Sunday.

In 2021, Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday, March 27, 2021, 
and ends on Easter Sunday evening, April 4, 2021.

Paschal Triduum Defined

The Paschal Triduum begins at dusk on Holy Thursday and ends on Easter Sunday evening

In 2021, the Paschal Triduum begins with Holy Thrsday, April 1, 2021, at dusk
and ends on Easter Sunday evening, April 4, 2021.

Major Events In Holy Week & Triduum

Palm Sunday, March 28, 2021
- Celebration of Jesus' Entry into Jerusalem and the Passion

Holy Thursday, April 1, 2021
- Mass of the Lord's Supper

Good Friday, April 2, 2021
- Celebration of Our Lord's Passion

Easter Vigil, April 3, 2021 (Holy Saturday)
- Easter Vigil of the Resurrection of Our Lord

Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021
- Easter Sunday Masses

Holy Week / Triduum Calendar

See the Calendar for Holy Week and Triduum

Holy Week / Triduum Resources

See the Resources for celebrating Holy Week and Triduum

Holy Week Brochure

Our Holy Week Brochure provides key information on the special worship opportunities of Holy Week, other articles for spiritual enrichment, and a page dedicated to give us information and context for each of the major liturgies of Holy Week.  Download / view the Holy Week Brochure.

Adoration in Holy Week

See our Holy Week Adoration closures