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Carnival 2026 in St. Barts

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 not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

Ash is an important symbol of Ash Wednesday in many Christian churches.

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About Carnival

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Carnival Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Wed Feb 26 Carnival Observance
2021 Wed Feb 17 Carnival Observance
2022 Wed Mar 2 Carnival Observance
2023 Wed Feb 22 Carnival Observance
2024 Wed Feb 14 Carnival Observance
2025 Wed Mar 5 Carnival Observance
2026 Wed Feb 18 Carnival Observance
2027 Wed Feb 10 Carnival Observance
2028 Wed Mar 1 Carnival Observance
2029 Wed Feb 14 Carnival Observance
2030 Wed Mar 6 Carnival Observance

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.