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When is Ash Wednesday 2026?

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 — Start of Lent — 46 days before Easter Sunday (Gregorian computus).

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Ash Wednesday 2026

Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (Wednesday). This evergreen page always shows the current planning year — dates refresh automatically.

Print the February 2026 calendar and choose the US Holidays Marked template if you want the day labeled in-cell.

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FAQ

What date is Ash Wednesday in 2026?

Ash Wednesday 2026 falls on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

How is Ash Wednesday calculated?

Start of Lent — 46 days before Easter Sunday (Gregorian computus).

Which printable calendar should I use for Ash Wednesday 2026?

Download the February 2026 printable calendar and choose the US Holidays Marked template so the day is labeled in-cell.

Does this page change every year?

Yes. /when-is/ash-wednesday.html is evergreen and updates with the planning year automatically.