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Observance · not a public holiday in United Kingdom

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in United Kingdom is observed on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is not an official public holiday in United Kingdom — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when United Kingdom observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See United Kingdom's official public holidays →
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
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DateTuesday, 17 February 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in United Kingdom
Time until154 days ago
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Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is a public holiday in United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in United Kingdom?

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in United Kingdom is observed on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.

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

No. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is marked in United Kingdom 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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