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The first day of Lent is known as Ash Wednesday for Christians worldwide. It is the beginning of the Lenten fast. The Lenten fast lasts for 40 days (excluding Sundays) and ends on Holy Saturday, which is the day before Easter Sunday.
Is Ash Wednesday a Public Holiday?
Ash Wednesday is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
Ash is an important symbol of Ash Wednesday in many Christian churches.
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About Ash Wednesday
Read more about Ash Wednesday.Ash Wednesday Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Wed | Feb 26 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2021 | Wed | Feb 17 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2022 | Wed | Mar 2 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2023 | Wed | Feb 22 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2024 | Wed | Feb 14 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2025 | Wed | Mar 5 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2026 | Wed | Feb 18 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2027 | Wed | Feb 10 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2028 | Wed | Mar 1 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2029 | Wed | Feb 14 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| 2030 | Wed | Mar 6 | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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