Ash Wednesday 2023 — United States (USCCB)

On the United States (USCCB), Ash Wednesday is Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Rank, color, and penance details are below.

Ash Wednesday

  • Weekday
  • Lent
  • Fasting
  • Abstinence

Other key dates 2023

Frequently asked questions

Which liturgical season is Ash Wednesday 2023 in?
Ash Wednesday falls in Lent.
What rank is Ash Wednesday 2023?
Ash Wednesday is a Weekday. Liturgical color: purple, and both fasting and abstinence apply.
Where can I see the full 2023 calendar?
Open the full 2023 liturgical calendar to browse every solemnity, feast day, and penance day—or jump to another key date below.

Don't miss Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Set a Lock Screen reminder so the day doesn't slip by.