What Day Is Ash Wednesday 2026?
Wednesday
February 18, 2026
Ash Wednesday 2026 has passed
Ash Wednesday 2026 — Date Details
Full DateWednesday, February 18, 2026
Day of WeekWednesday
Holiday TypeChristian Holiday
Public Holiday✓ Yes — offices closed
Week NumberWeek 7 of 2026
Days Since159 days ago
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About Ash Wednesday
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week is Ash Wednesday 2026?
Ash Wednesday 2026 falls on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Is Ash Wednesday 2026 a public holiday?
Yes. Ash Wednesday is a federal public holiday in the United States. Government offices, banks, and most schools are closed.
How many days until Ash Wednesday 2026?
Ash Wednesday 2026 has already passed (159 days ago).
What date is Ash Wednesday 2026?
Ash Wednesday 2026 is on February 18, 2026 (Wednesday).
