Sham El-Nessim is an Egyptian national holiday that celebrates the start of spring and renewal. It takes place on Easter Monday, the day after Easter Sunday, in accordance with the Coptic Orthodox Church. In 2024, Egyptians will celebrate Sham El-Nessim on Monday, May 6. 

The name Sham El-Nessim comes from the Coptic language, which is derived from Ancient Egyptian, and translates to "inhaling the breeze". The holiday has been celebrated since 2700 BC by Egyptians of all religions, beliefs, and social classes. It has roots in the ancient Egyptian festival of "Shemu", which marked the beginning of the agricultural season and the yearly flooding of the Nile River.