How many days until Mardi Gras?
There are 99 days until Mardi Gras 2027 — Tuesday, February 9, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Mardi Gras on Tuesday, February 9, 2027, set by the rule: 47 days before Easter (Shrove Tuesday). It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Mardi Gras is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, falls 47 days before Easter and is a state holiday in Louisiana and in Mobile and Baldwin Counties, Alabama. It is not a federal holiday, so mail, banks and marekts operate normally.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Mardi Gras:
- 50 days to go — Monday, December 21, 2026
- 30 days to go — Sunday, January 10, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Tuesday, January 26, 2027
- 7 days to go — Tuesday, February 2, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Monday, February 8, 2027
Mardi Gras dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 17, 2026 | Tuesday | 258 days ago |
| 2027 | February 9, 2027 | Tuesday | 99 days |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
What closes on Mardi Gras
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Not a federal holiday; normal delivery, though parade closures can delay downtown New Orleans routes. |
| Banks | Open | Banks follow the Federal Reserve calendar and open; branches on parade routes may adjust hours. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day. |
| Federal offices | Open | Federal agencies and federal courts keep regular hours, including in Louisiana. |
| State and local government | Varies | Closed across Louisiana and in Mobile and Baldwin Counties, Alabama; open everywhere else. |
Coming up after Mardi Gras
- Feb 15 Days until Presidents' Day 105 days away
- May 31 Days until Memorial Day 210 days away
- Jun 19 Days until Juneteenth National Independence Day 229 days away
- Jul 4 Days until Independence Day 244 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Mardi Gras?
There are 99 days until Mardi Gras, which falls on Tuesday, February 9, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Mardi Gras?
There are 14 weekends between now and Mardi Gras on February 9 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Mardi Gras a day off?
Mardi Gras is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.