Great feast
Palm Sunday (Entrance into Jerusalem)
A movable feast tied to Pascha, so its date changes every year; it is the same on the New and Old Calendars.
About the feast
The Lord’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem, one week before Pascha, which opens Holy Week. Fish is permitted.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | |
| 2027 | |
| 2028 | |
| 2029 | |
| 2030 |
Fasting on the day
In 2026 (New Calendar) the rule for this day is Fish permitted — Palm Sunday — fish is permitted. See the April 2026 fasting calendar.
Follow your parish
These are the general fasting rules of the Orthodox Church, computed for both calendars. Local custom, age, health, pregnancy and your priest’s guidance come first — when in doubt, ask your priest.