Day of the week
Wednesday
Day off
Not a federal holiday
Countdown
Day 41 of 2027
40 days after January 1.
How the Date of Ash Wednesday Is Determined
Exactly 46 days before Easter Sunday (40 fasting days plus 6 Sundays), so it falls between February 4 and March 10.
Ash Wednesday Dates 2027–2032
Ash Wednesday 2027 FAQ
When Is Ash Wednesday 2027?
Ash Wednesday 2027 is on Wednesday, February 10, 2027.
Is Ash Wednesday a federal holiday?
No. Ash Wednesday is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.
How is the date of Ash Wednesday determined?
Exactly 46 days before Easter Sunday (40 fasting days plus 6 Sundays), so it falls between February 4 and March 10.
When Is Ash Wednesday 2028?
Ash Wednesday 2028 is on Wednesday, March 1, 2028.
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