Aurora Alert: Major X-Flares and an Incoming CME
After a burst of intense solar activity, the northern lights could glow farther from the usual polar regions around February 5.
The first day of Lent is known as Ash Wednesday for Christians worldwide. It is the beginning of the Lenten fast. The Lenten fast lasts for 40 days (excluding Sundays) and ends on Holy Saturday, which is the day before Easter Sunday.
Is Carnival a Public Holiday?
Carnival is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Ash is an important symbol of Ash Wednesday in many Christian churches.
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About Carnival
Read more about Carnival.Carnival Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Wed | Feb 17 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2022 | Wed | Mar 2 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2023 | Wed | Feb 22 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Feb 14 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2025 | Wed | Mar 5 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2026 | Wed | Feb 18 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2027 | Wed | Feb 10 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2028 | Wed | Mar 1 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2029 | Wed | Feb 14 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2030 | Wed | Mar 6 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
| 2031 | Wed | Feb 26 | Carnival | National/Legal Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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