An important holiday in Greece is Greek Orthodox Easter , which is considered the most significant religious and cultural celebration in the country. It is celebrated with many unique traditions, ceremonies, and family gatherings, often involving special foods like lamb and tsoureki (Easter bread). The celebrations include Holy Week rituals, Good Friday processions, and the midnight Resurrection service, culminating in festive meals and the cracking of red-dyed eggs symbolizing good luck
. Other key important holidays in Greece include:
- March 25th – Greek Independence Day , commemorating the start of the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire in 1821, marked by parades and patriotic events
- August 15th – Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary , a major religious holiday honoring the Virgin Mary, celebrated with church services and feasts
- October 28th – Ohi Day , commemorating Greece's refusal of the Italian ultimatum in 1940, celebrated with national pride and parades
Among these, Greek Orthodox Easter stands out as the most important holiday deeply embedded in Greek culture and identity
