When is April Fools' Day?
April Fools' Day is always April 1. The next one is on Thursday, April 1, 2027. As of October 23, 2026, that is 160 days away, or 22 weeks and 6 days. The counter above recalculates from your device's date, so it stays correct after this page was written.
| Occurrence | Date |
|---|---|
| Next | Thursday, April 1, 2027 |
| The one after | Saturday, April 1, 2028 |
How the countdown works
We count calendar days from today to the holiday, not including today. "Weeks" are full 7-day blocks; the remainder is shown in days. The live line counts hours, minutes and seconds to midnight at the start of April Fools' Day in your local time.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until April Fools' Day?
As of October 23, 2026, there are 160 days until April Fools' Day on Thursday, April 1, 2027. The live counter on this page always shows the current number.
How many weeks until April Fools' Day?
22 weeks and 6 days, counted from October 23, 2026.
What day of the week is April Fools' Day?
The next April Fools' Day falls on a Thursday (Thursday, April 1, 2027).
When is April Fools' Day the year after?
Saturday, April 1, 2028.