Pancake Day
Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, falls 47 days before Easter Sunday.
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Pancake Day 2027
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| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancake Day 2027 | Tuesday, 9 February 2027 | In 7 months | UK |
| Pancake Day 2028 | Tuesday, 29 February 2028 | In 1 year 8 months | UK |
| Pancake Day 2029 | Tuesday, 13 February 2029 | In 2 years 7 months | UK |
Pancake Day is the popular UK name for Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday. Its date changes each year because it is tied to Easter, falling 47 days before Easter Sunday. Traditionally, households used up eggs, milk and fat before Lent began, which is why pancakes became the food of the day. In the UK it is now mostly a family food occasion, with pancake races still held in some towns. Because the date moves between early February and early March, it is worth checking each year before planning school, charity or community events.
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Questions
When is Pancake Day in 2026?
Pancake Day is Tuesday 17 February 2026.
Why does Pancake Day move?
It follows Easter, falling 47 days before Easter Sunday.
Is Pancake Day the same as Shrove Tuesday?
Yes. Pancake Day is the common UK name for Shrove Tuesday.
Is Pancake Day a bank holiday?
No, it is an observance, not a UK bank holiday.