Ash Wednesday
- Weekday
- Lent
- Fasting
- Abstinence
When Is Ash Wednesday 2027? — England
Ash Wednesday 2027 is Wednesday, 10 February 2027 (England). Fasting and abstinence apply.
Ash Wednesday in the 2027 liturgical calendar
Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, 10 February 2027. It marks the beginning of Lent in the Catholic Church, and the liturgical color is purple.
Lent leads through Holy Week to Easter Sunday on 28 March, 2027.
Fasting and abstinence on Ash Wednesday
In the Latin Catholic Church, Ash Wednesday is a day of fasting and abstinence.
Abstinence applies from age 14, while fasting applies to adults ages 18 through 59. Local bishops’ conferences may provide additional guidance or exemptions.
Ash Wednesday is not a holy day of obligation.
Related dates in 2027
Continue through the connected dates of Lent and Holy Week, or return to the February and full-year calendars.
| Date | Feast | Fasting? |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 10 February 2027 | Ash Wednesday | Yes |
| Sunday, 21 March 2027 | Palm Sunday | No |
| Friday, 26 March 2027 | Good Friday | Yes |
| Sunday, 28 March 2027 | Easter Sunday | No |
Related Catholic dates and calendars
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
When is Ash Wednesday 2027?
Ash Wednesday 2027 is Wednesday, 10 February 2027, the start of Lent.
Which liturgical season is Ash Wednesday 2027 in?
Ash Wednesday falls in Lent.
What rank is Ash Wednesday 2027?
Ash Wednesday is a Weekday. Liturgical color: purple, and both fasting and abstinence apply.
Where can I see the full 2027 calendar?
Open the full 2027 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, 10 February 2027. Explore the calendar and set prayer reminders in Catholic Daily.