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When is Carnival Monday 2026?

Carnival Monday falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Monday, February 16, 2026 and the last is Monday, August 3, 2026, across 7 countries.

Carnival Monday is a government holiday in Brazil

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Carnival Monday 2026 by country

CountryDateType
🇦🇼 ArubaCarnaval MaandagFebruary 16MondayPublic holiday
🇧🇷 BrazilFebruary 16MondayPublic holiday
🇨🇼 CuraçaoCarnaval MaandagFebruary 16MondayPublic holiday
🇩🇲 DominicaFebruary 16MondayPublic holiday
🇪🇸 SpainFebruary 16MondayObservance
🇻🇨 St. Vincent & GrenadinesFebruary 16MondayPublic holiday
🇦🇬 Antigua & BarbudaAugust 3MondayPublic holiday

Questions about Carnival Monday

When is Carnival Monday in 2026?
It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on February 16 and August 3. The table above shows the date for each country.
Which countries celebrate Carnival Monday?
Carnival Monday is marked in 7 countries: Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Brazil, Curaçao, Dominica, Spain and St. Vincent & Grenadines.
Is Carnival Monday a public holiday?
Yes, it's a public holiday in Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Brazil, Curaçao, Dominica and St. Vincent & Grenadines. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.

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