How many days until Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras is on Tuesday, February 9, 2027 — that's191 days away.
About this countdown
Mardi Gras — Fat Tuesday — falls 47 days before Easter, the day before Ash Wednesday. New Orleans hosts the most famous American celebration, with parades running for weeks beforehand.
This countdown runs live in your local timezone and updates every second, so the days, hours, minutes, and seconds you see are exact for where you are.
February 2027
Upcoming dates
| year | date |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday, February 9, 2027 |
| 2028 | Tuesday, February 29, 2028 |
| 2029 | Tuesday, February 13, 2029 |
Frequently asked questions
When is Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras falls 47 days before Easter, so the date changes every year. It always lands on a Tuesday in February or early March. Check the countdown above for this year's date.
What is Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras (French for "Fat Tuesday") is the last day of feasting before the Christian season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. New Orleans hosts the most famous US celebration with weeks of parades.
When is Mardi Gras 2026?
Mardi Gras 2026 is on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The date is tied to Easter, which moves each year based on the lunar calendar.