Easter Monday, known as 'Otrās Lieldienas' in Latvian, is a public holiday in Latvia that falls on the day after Easter Sunday. The date varies each year according to the ecclesiastical approximation of the March equinox. As part of the Christian liturgical calendar, Easter Monday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, it continues the celebration of the Easter season.
In Latvia, Easter Monday typically involves spending time with family and close friends, along with various festive communal activities. It is customarily marked with Easter Egg hunts, feasting on traditional food, and domesticated livestock exhibitions. Across the country, communal egg rolling competitions are also held where families compete against each other to see who’s dyed and decorated egg can roll the farthest or last the longest.
Religiously, it is an important day for Latvian Christians. Special church services are held throughout the day. Easter Monday is often a quieter day, used for relaxation and reflection on the Easter story. Despite Latvia having a relatively large population of non-religious individuals, Easter Monday and its customs are widely observed as a cultural celebration that brings communities together in joyous celebration.