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Observance · not a public holiday in Afghanistan

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in Afghanistan is observed on سه‌شنبه, 17 دلو 2026.

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is not an official public holiday in Afghanistan — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Afghanistan observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Afghanistan's official public holidays →
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Dateسه‌شنبه, 17 دلو 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Afghanistan
Time until154 days ago
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Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is a public holiday in Afghanistan. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is officially observed as a public holiday in Afghanistan. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)'s date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) observance varies by community and region within Afghanistan. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in Afghanistan?

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in Afghanistan is observed on سه‌شنبه, 17 دلو 2026.

Is Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) a public holiday in Afghanistan?

No. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is marked in Afghanistan as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)'s date in the surrounding years.

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