Every year, the Argentina Carnival is celebrated on the Monday before Ash Wednesday. In 2024, it takes place on February 12. The day gives the perfect time to let loose and party. A carnival throws a big party with all the trimmings and thrills.
History
The holiday marks the annual festival in Argentina that takes place in the days preceding Ash Wednesday. The day also commemorates the beginning of Lent, and Monday (Lunes de Carnival) and Tuesday (Martes de Carnival) are national holidays in Argentina. In 1956, Carnival days were declared public holidays.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | February 28 | Monday |
| 2023 | February 20 | Monday |
| 2024 | February 12 | Monday |
| 2025 | March 3 | Monday |
| 2026 | February 16 | Monday |
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FAQs
Argentina is famous for its wines, gauchos, tango, and the Iguazu Falls.
Argentina’s top festivals including the Tango Buenos Aires Festival, Oktoberfest Festival of Beer, Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, Cosquín Folk Festival, and Carnival are celebrated.