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When is April Fools' Day?

Thursday, 1 April 2027

April Fools' Day 2027 is on Thursday, 1 April 2027 — that's 222 days from today.

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April Fools' Day is fixed to 1 April, with the custom that jokes end at noon.

How the date is worked out

Always 1 April. By tradition, pranks stop at midday.

April Fools' Day dates

Year Date Day Countdown
2024 1 April Monday 2 years ago
2025 1 April Tuesday 17 months ago
2026 1 April Wednesday 5 months ago
2027 1 April Thursday in 7 months
2028 1 April Saturday in 20 months
2029 1 April Sunday in 3 years
2030 1 April Monday in 4 years
2031 1 April Tuesday in 5 years

Frequently asked

How many days until April Fools' Day?

222 days — Thursday, 1 April 2027.

Which day of the week does April Fools' Day fall on in 2027?

Thursday.

Is April Fools' Day always on the same date?

Always 1 April. By tradition, pranks stop at midday.

When is April Fools' Day in 2028?

Saturday, 1 April 2028.

When was April Fools' Day in 2026?

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 — 5 months ago.