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Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in Greece is observed on Τρίτη, 17 Φεβρουαρίου 2026.

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) 2026 in Greece is observed on Τρίτη, 17 Φεβρουαρίου 2026.

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

No. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is marked in Greece 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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