Every year, Semana Santa is observed in Spain during the week immediately before Easter. In 2024, it will be held from March 24 to 31. It is also called Holy Week and is celebrated by Catholics to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ, his suffering, and death on the cross. On this day, religious brotherhoods and fraternities conduct penance processions through the streets during this week.
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Semana Santa Spain – Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | March 24 | Sunday |
| 2025 | March 24 | Monday |
| 2026 | March 24 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | March 24 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | March 24 | Friday |
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FAQs
Mexico, Colombia, El Salvador, Bolivia, Guatemala, Brazil, Ecuador, Paraguay, and others celebrate this day.
Easter is known as ‘Pascua’ in Spain.
People consume Popular meals including Torrijas, Potaje de Vigilia, Roscos Fritos, Sopa de Ajo, and Mona de Pascua during Semana Santa.