Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary . It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday , and may coincide with the Jewish observance of Passover . It is also known as Holy Friday , Great Friday , Great and Holy Friday (also Holy and Great Friday ), and Black Friday . [2] [3] [4] Good Friday A Stabat Mater depiction, 1868 Type Christian Significance Commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ Celebrations No traditional celebrations Observances Worship services , prayer and vigil services, fasting , almsgiving Date The Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday 2020 date April 10 (Western) April 17 (Eastern) 2021 date April 2 [1] (Western) April 3...