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Carnival Tuesday 2026 in Dominica

Shrove Tuesday is the last day before the fasting period of Lent (for Western Christians), 47 days before Easter Sunday. Shrove Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or Pancake Day.

Is Carnival Tuesday a Public Holiday?

Carnival Tuesday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Carnival or Mardi Gras parades are mainly celebrated on Shrove Monday and Shrove Tuesday.

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About Carnival Tuesday

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Carnival Tuesday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Tue Feb 25 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2021 Tue Feb 16 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2022 Tue Mar 1 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2023 Tue Feb 21 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2024 Tue Feb 13 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2025 Tue Mar 4 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2026 Tue Feb 17 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2027 Tue Feb 9 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2028 Tue Feb 29 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2029 Tue Feb 13 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday
2030 Tue Mar 5 Carnival Tuesday Public Holiday

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