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When Does Lent Start in 2026? Ash Wednesday Dates and Fasting Rules

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and runs through April 2. Here are the exact dates, fasting rules for Catholics, Protestants, and Orthodox Christians, and what the season actually involves.

Jordan Mitchell·February 18, 2026

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What Is Shrove Tuesday and Why Do We Eat Pancakes?

Shrove Tuesday falls on February 17 this year. Here's what the day actually means, why pancakes became the tradition, and the surprisingly rowdy history behind it.

Jordan Mitchell·February 17, 2026

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