Ash Wednesday
- Weekday
- Lent
- Fasting
- Abstinence
Ash Wednesday 2026: England
Ash Wednesday 2026 is Wednesday, 18 February 2026 (England). Fasting and abstinence apply.
Other key dates 2026
Using the England calendar
Dates on this page follow the England calendar, including celebrations moved to another day. Check your diocese’s guidance on holy days of obligation, fasting and abstinence.
Sources and local guidance
Dates follow the calendar shown on this page. Check with your bishops’ conference or diocese for local requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Which liturgical season is Ash Wednesday 2026 in?
Ash Wednesday falls in Lent.
What rank is Ash Wednesday 2026?
Ash Wednesday is a Weekday. Liturgical color: purple, and both fasting and abstinence apply.
Where can I see the full 2026 calendar?
Open the full 2026 liturgical calendar to browse every solemnity, feast day, and penance day, or jump to another key date below.
Make time for daily prayer
Ash Wednesday: Wednesday, 18 February 2026. Explore the calendar and set prayer reminders in Catholic Daily.