Those hoping to celebrate St George's Day on Wednesday (April 23) may be shocked to learn the date has been moved.
St George's Day, also known as the Feast of St George, is usually celebrated on April 23 each year.
The day celebrates the patron saint of England - St George, who is known as a national hero, martyr and for the legend of him slaying a dragon.
King Edward III made St George the Patron Saint of England when he formed the Order of the Garter in St. George’s name in 1350.
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English Heritage added: "Despite not being from the country, St George was considered somebody who embodied characteristics the kingdom wanted to project to the outside world."
St George is not only the patron saint of England, but also several other countries including Germany, Portugal and Armenia, according to English Heritage.
This year the feast day of St George falls on 28 April 2025.
— The Church of England (@churchofengland) April 23, 2025
Why will the Church celebrate St George’s Day on a different day this year?🤔 pic.twitter.com/MotMIg4jJL
Why St George's Day will be celebrated on a different day in 2025
St George's Day is celebrated annually across England with various events and activities.
However, patrons may have to hold off celebrations for another few days this year after the Church of England revealed St George's Day will be held on a different date in 2025.
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The Church of England, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), said: "Along with many other churches, we don't keep saints' days during Easter Week.
"When St George's Day or St Mark's Day falls between Palm Sunday and the Second Sunday of Easter inclusive, it is transferred to the Monday after the Second Sunday of Easter.
"If both fall in this period, St George's Day is transferred to the Monday and St Mark's Day to the Tuesday.
"That means that this year, St George's Day falls on 28 April 2025."
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