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Carnival Tuesday 2024 in Dominica

Shrove Tuesday is the last day before the fasting period of Lent (for Western Christians), 47 days before Easter Sunday. Shrove Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or Pancake Day.

Is Carnival Tuesday a Public Holiday?

Carnival Tuesday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Carnival or Mardi Gras parades are mainly celebrated on Shrove Monday and Shrove Tuesday.

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About Carnival Tuesday

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Carnival Tuesday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019TueMar 5Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2020TueFeb 25Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2021TueFeb 16Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2022TueMar 1Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2023TueFeb 21Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2024TueFeb 13Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2025TueMar 4Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2026TueFeb 17Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2027TueFeb 9Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2028TueFeb 29Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday
2029TueFeb 13Carnival TuesdayPublic Holiday

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