Mardi Gras 2025

Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.


There are 268 days till Mardi Gras 2026.


What is Mardi Gras?

Mardi Gras, a vibrant carnival, is a pre-Lenten celebration that marks the 40-day period before Easter. It's a time of feasting, merriment, and revelry, serving as a joyful prelude to Lent's solemn fasting and prayer.

Mardi Gras celebrates joy, fun, and indulgence, where people come together to enjoy music, dancing, food, and drink. It's a time to let loose, be creative, and have a blast.

When is Mardi Gras?

Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is the day before Ash Wednesday, observing the start of Lent. The date of Mardi Gras varies each year, typically falling between February 3 and March 9.

Here's a rough outline of the Mardi Gras schedule:

  • Mardi Gras season: Typically starts on January 6 (Epiphany) and lasts for about 6 weeks
  • Mardi Gras parades and parties: Take place in the days leading up to Mardi Gras, usually in late February or early March
  • Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras): The final day of the Mardi Gras celebration, usually in late February or early March
  • Ash Wednesday: The start of the 40-day Lenten season, usually in late February or early March

The most famous Mardi Gras extravaganzas take place in:

  • New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Mobile, Alabama
  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Nice, France

Mark your calendars and get ready to party!


Here are the upcoming dates for Mardi Gras for the next few years:

  • 2025: Tuesday, March 4
  • 2026: Tuesday, February 17
  • 2027: Tuesday, February 9
  • 2028: Tuesday, February 29

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