In 2025, Easter in Poland will be celebrated on Sunday, April 20, with a series of significant religious broadcasts that will allow many to participate in the festivities from the comfort of their homes. This year, Easter Monday, known as Śmigus-dyngus, will follow on April 21, while Great Saturday, marking the end of Lent, falls on April 19. Good Friday, observed on April 18, commemorates the death of Jesus Christ on the cross, a pivotal moment in the Christian calendar.
For those unable to attend in person, various television channels will broadcast Holy Masses and other religious events live. The primary channels airing these services include TVP1, TVP2, TVP Polonia, and TV Trwam, ensuring that the faithful can engage in the traditions of Easter.
The schedule for the broadcasts during this holy period is as follows:
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
- TVP1 - 21:05: Uroczysta Droga Krzyżowa (Solemn Way of the Cross) from the Roman Colosseum
- TVP2 - 17:05: Wielkopiątkowe nabożeństwo luterańskie (Good Friday Lutheran service) from Zabrze
April 19, 2025 (Saturday)
- TVP1 - 20:00: Message from Archbishop Wojciech Polak
April 20, 2025 (Sunday)
- TVP1 - 7:00: Holy Mass from the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Krakow-Łagiewniki
- TVP1 - 10:25: Holy Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord and the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the Vatican
- TV Polonia - 10:25: Holy Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord and the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the Vatican
- TV Trwam - 10:00: Holy Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord from St. Peter's Square in the Vatican
- TVP 3 - 11:00: Holy Mass from the Sanctuary of Our Lady in Jasna Góra
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
- TVP1 - 7:00: Holy Mass from the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Krakow-Łagiewniki
- TVP1 - 12:40: Alleluia. Jesus Lives! - a religious musical show
- TV Trwam - 9:30: Broadcast from the Chapel of the Miraculous Image of Our Lady of Częstochowa
On April 20, the Holy Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord, accompanied by the Urbi et Orbi blessing, will be a highlight of the day, airing at 10:25 on TVP1. This event is particularly significant as it connects the Polish faithful with the Vatican's celebrations, allowing them to partake in this momentous occasion.
In addition to the religious broadcasts, viewers can enjoy a variety of entertainment programs scheduled for Easter Sunday and Monday. Notable highlights include:
April 20, 2025 (Sunday)
- TVP 2 - 18:30: The movie "Kogel-mogel"
- TVN - 19:45: The show "The Traitors. Zdrajcy"
- TV Puls - 20:00: The movie "Uprowadzona II"
- TVP 1 - 21:20: The show "Rolnik szuka żony" (Farmer Seeks Wife)
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
- Stopklatka - 10:40: The movie "Znachor"
- TVP 1 - 15:50: The documentary "Pan Olbrychski"
- TVN - 19:45: The show "Zróbmy sobie dom" (Let's Make a Home)
- TVP 1 - 20:20: The concert "To jest mój sen - koncert Edyty Bartosiewicz"
- TVN - 20:45: The movie "Gladiator"
- TVP 1 - 21:25: The show "Sanatorium miłości" (Sanatorium of Love)
This year’s Easter festivities promise a blend of solemnity and entertainment, reflecting the rich traditions of Polish culture. For many, these broadcasts will serve as a vital connection to their faith and community during this significant time of year.
As the nation prepares for the observance of Easter, the opportunity to engage with both the spiritual and cultural aspects of the holiday through television will undoubtedly resonate with viewers across Poland. Whether through the solemnity of the Holy Mass or the joy of family-friendly entertainment, the Easter weekend of 2025 is set to be a memorable occasion for all.
