We are nearly two weeks into the 40-day season of lent, with over four weeks left to go. Here's when and what to know about the end of lent 2026, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and other dates to know.

Mardi Gras is a celebratory day marking the close of the pre-Lenten season. It's celebrated in France on Shrove Tuesday − which is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday − according to brittanica.com. What ...

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Easter Sunday is nearly upon us, along with Holy Week and the end of Lent. One of the most anticipated holidays of the year, Easter is marked by a season of religious observances, traditions and ...