When Is April Fools' Day 2027?
April Fools' Day 2027 is on Thursday, April 1, 2027.
Updated
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April Fools' Day dates, 2027 to 2036
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Thursday | |
| 2028 | Saturday | |
| 2029 | Sunday | |
| 2030 | Monday | |
| 2031 | Tuesday | |
| 2032 | Thursday | |
| 2033 | Friday | |
| 2034 | Saturday | |
| 2035 | Sunday | |
| 2036 | Tuesday |
How the date is set
April Fools' Day is April 1 every year.
April Fools' Day is a day for practical jokes and hoaxes. It is not a public holiday.
Good to know
- April 1 is the first day of the second quarter of the year.
Frequently asked questions
What day of the week is April Fools' Day in 2027?
Thursday. April Fools' Day 2027 falls on April 1, 2027.
How many days until April Fools' Day?
170 days, counted from October 13, 2026. The live countdown shows the number for today in your time zone.
Is April Fools' Day on the same date every year?
Yes. April Fools' Day is April 1 every year.
When is April Fools' Day in 2028?
Saturday, April 1, 2028.
Is April Fools' Day a federal holiday?
No. April Fools' Day is not a US federal holiday, so banks, post offices and federal offices keep their normal hours unless it coincides with one.