Easter is a religious Christian holiday observed around the world to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the ...

E ven if you know what Easter is all about, you might not know when it is. After all, while Christmas reliably falls on Dec.

The Messiah Festival of the Arts will take place a week earlier this year, culminating in a performance of Handel's "Messiah" on April 13. Families can enjoy several Easter egg hunts, including ...

Full of rich, meaty, carbohydrate-dense dishes like bratkartoffeln (pan-fried potatoes), bratwurst (sausage), roulade (thinly rolled meat), and schnitzel (cutlet), German cuisine is some of the best ...

Easter traditions: Elaborate floats and ceremonial parades throughout Holy Week. Families also enjoy Mona de Pascua, a traditional chocolate cake decorated with colorful sweets and topped with an egg.

Join Rick Steves on a spring journey through Spain, Slovenia, Italy, and Greece as he explores the rich traditions and cultures surrounding Easter. Taking you on a spring journey through Spain ...

Quick note: While these restaurants have announced that they will be open on Easter Sunday, it’s best to call ahead to confirm hours and make reservations where you can. So read on for some of ...

In the Orthodox tradition, eggs are painted red to symbolize the blood Jesus shed on the cross. Easter eggs, or resurrection eggs, do have their roots in pagan traditions during the spring equinox ...

Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates. In Greece, Orthodox Easter is celebrated with an entire week of festivities – aptly titled The Holy Week – with Good Friday, Easter Sunday, ...

Great photos of Carnival celebrations around the world as people in cities and villages take to the streets with music, ...