Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period of prayer and penance before Easter. Christians receive a cross of ashes on their foreheads as a reminder of mortality. The ashes are typically made from burned palm fronds from the previous year's Palm Sunday.
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When is Ash Wednesday 2025?
Ash Wednesday 2025 falls on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Is Ash Wednesday a federal holiday?
No. Ash Wednesday is a Christian holiday, not a US federal public holiday.
Is Ash Wednesday a day off?
Yes. Ash Wednesday is a public holiday in the United States. Most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
How many days until Ash Wednesday 2025?
Use our live countdown above to see exactly how many days until Ash Wednesday 2025 (March 5, 2025).