Calendarby GlyphFebruary 2029 calendar
February 2029
Coming upJanuary 2029
Ordinary Time (after Christmas)The first stretch of Ordinary Time, from the day after the Baptism of the Lord to the day before Ash Wednesday.USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →RamadanThe month of fasting from dawn to sunset. 9/1/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →
Coming upFebruary 2029
ImbolcCross-quarter festival of early spring (traditional date; some observe the astronomical midpoint around February 3 to 4). Northern Hemisphere dates.Wheel of the Year, computedDetails →50th anniversary: Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returned from exile and soon led the Iranian...In 1979, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returned from exile and soon led the Iranian Revolution to overthrow the Pahlavi dynasty.WikipediaDetails →700th anniversary: The Teutonic Knights successfully besieged the hillfort of Medvėgalis...In 1329, The Teutonic Knights successfully besieged the hillfort of Medvėgalis (pictured) in Samogitia, Lithuania, and baptised the defenders in the Catholic rite.WikipediaDetails →Black History MonthBlack History Month, observed across the US.Library of Congress and partners, computedDetails →25th anniversary: During the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, Janet Jackson's breast was...In 2004, During the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, Janet Jackson's breast was exposed by Justin Timberlake in what was later referred to as a "wardrobe...WikipediaDetails →Candlemas (Presentation of the Lord)The presentation of Jesus at the Temple.USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →Meeting of the Lord (Revised Julian calendar)The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, one of the Twelve Great Feasts.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →SetsubunThe day before the start of spring in the Japanese calendar; beans are thrown to drive out demons.Wikipedia, computedDetails →25th anniversary: Swiss tennis player Roger Federer became the top-ranked men's singles player, a...In 2004, Swiss tennis player Roger Federer became the top-ranked men's singles player, a position he held for a record 237 consecutive weeks.WikipediaDetails →Groundhog DayPunxsutawney Phil predicts the end of winter.Wikipedia, computedDetails →World Wetlands DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →International Day of Human FraternityA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Constitution Day (Mexico)MexicoA public holiday in Mexico, known locally as Día de la Constitución.Nager.DateDetails →Saint Brigid's Day (Ireland)IrelandA public holiday in Ireland, known locally as Lá Fhéile Bríde.Nager.DateDetails →Martyrdom of Imam AliThe death of Ali ibn Abi Talib in Kufa, 661, mourned by Shia Muslims. 9/21/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →Last quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waning).NASA, computedDetails →25th anniversary: At least 21 cockle-gatherers were drowned by an incoming tide in Morecambe Bay,...In 2004, At least 21 cockle-gatherers were drowned by an incoming tide in Morecambe Bay, England, prompting the establishment of the British government's...WikipediaDetails →25th anniversary: The National Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Haiti captured the city...In 2004, The National Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Haiti captured the city of Gonaïves, starting a coup d'état against President Jean-Bertrand...WikipediaDetails →450th anniversary: Domingo de Salazar, a Spanish Dominican friar, was appointed the first bishop...In 1579, Domingo de Salazar, a Spanish Dominican friar, was appointed the first bishop of Manila.WikipediaDetails →Waitangi Day (New Zealand)New ZealandA public holiday in New Zealand.Nager.DateDetails →Kitchen God Day (Little New Year)The Kitchen God reports on the household to heaven; the start of the New Year preparations (12/24 in southern China). Day 23 of lunar month 12.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital MutilationA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →50th anniversary: Denis Sassou Nguesso (pictured) was chosen as the new President of the Republic...In 1979, Denis Sassou Nguesso (pictured) was chosen as the new President of the Republic of the Congo after Joachim Yhombi-Opango was forced from power.WikipediaDetails →Mercury at greatest western elongationMercury is 25.7° from the Sun, best seen in the morning sky.Astronomy Engine, computedDetails →150th anniversary: Angered by a controversial umpiring decision, cricket spectators rioted and...In 1879, Angered by a controversial umpiring decision, cricket spectators rioted and attacked the England team during a match in Sydney, Australia.WikipediaDetails →International Day of the Arabian LeopardA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →World Pulses DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Maha ShivaratriThe Great Night of Shiva, kept with a night-long vigil. Magha, Krishna 14. Regional dates can differ by a day.Wikipedia, computedDetails →Laylat al-Qadr (27th night)The Night of Power; commonly observed on the 27th night of Ramadan. 9/27/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →Youth Day (Cameroon)CameroonA public holiday in Cameroon.Nager.DateDetails →Transfiguration SundayThe last Sunday before Lent in the Revised Common Lectionary (Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian and many Anglican churches).Revised Common Lectionary (Vanderbilt), computedDetails →International Day of Women and Girls in ScienceA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Carnival (Argentina)ArgentinaA public holiday in Argentina, known locally as Carnaval.Nager.DateDetails →Foundation Day (Japan)JapanA public holiday in Japan.Nager.DateDetails →Lunar New Year (South Korea)South KoreaA public holiday in South Korea.Nager.DateDetails →Great Lent (Coptic and Ethiopian, Abiy Tsom)The 55-day fast of the Coptic and Ethiopian churches, ending at Easter.Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, computedDetails →International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to TerrorismA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Lunar New Year: Year of the RoosterChinese New Year, Seollal in Korea and Tet in Vietnam (Vietnam can differ by a day in rare years). Day 1 of lunar month 1.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras)The day before Lent begins; Carnival and Mardi Gras.USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →New moonThe Moon is between Earth and the Sun; darkest nights for stargazing.NASA, computedDetails →Carnival (Argentina)ArgentinaA public holiday in Argentina, known locally as Carnaval.Nager.DateDetails →Chinese New Year (Philippines)PhilippinesA public holiday in the Philippines.Nager.DateDetails →Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) (China)ChinaA public holiday in China.Nager.DateDetails →Lunar New Year (South Korea)South KoreaA public holiday in South Korea.Nager.DateDetails →World Radio DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Ash WednesdayThe first day of Lent, 40 days of fasting before Easter (Sundays not counted).USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →Eid al-FitrThe festival that ends Ramadan. 10/1/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting and can...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →LentForty days of prayer, fasting and almsgiving, from Ash Wednesday to the evening of Holy Thursday. Most Western churches keep the same season.USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →250th anniversary: American Revolutionary War: At the Battle of Kettle Creek, a militia of...In 1779, American Revolutionary War: At the Battle of Kettle Creek, a militia of Patriots decisively defeated and scattered a Loyalist militia that was on its...WikipediaDetails →250th anniversary: Native Hawaiians killed the English explorer Captain James Cook as he attempted...In 1779, Native Hawaiians killed the English explorer Captain James Cook as he attempted to kidnap Kalaniʻōpuʻu, the ruling chief of the island of Hawaii.WikipediaDetails →50th anniversary: Adolph Dubs, United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, was kidnapped by unknown...In 1979, Adolph Dubs, United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, was kidnapped by unknown agents and killed during a gun battle between Afghan police and the...WikipediaDetails →Valentine’s DayA day for sweethearts.Wikipedia, computedDetails →Ash Wednesday (Jamaica)JamaicaA public holiday in Jamaica.Nager.DateDetails →Chinese New Year (Singapore)SingaporeA public holiday in Singapore.Nager.DateDetails →Lunar New Year (South Korea)South KoreaA public holiday in South Korea.Nager.DateDetails →Second day of Lunar New Year (Hong Kong)Hong KongA public holiday in Hong Kong.Nager.DateDetails →225th anniversary: Serb chieftains elected Đorđe Petrović as their leader and began an uprising...In 1804, Serb chieftains elected Đorđe Petrović as their leader and began an uprising against the Ottoman Empire.WikipediaDetails →50th anniversary: Don Dunstan (pictured) resigned as Premier of South Australia, ending a decade...In 1979, Don Dunstan (pictured) resigned as Premier of South Australia, ending a decade of sweeping social liberalisation.WikipediaDetails →Eid al-Fitr First Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)TurkeyA public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date).Nager.DateDetails →Third day of Lunar New Year (Hong Kong)Hong KongA public holiday in Hong Kong.Nager.DateDetails →Meeting of the Lord (Julian calendar)The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, one of the Twelve Great Feasts. February 2 in the Julian calendar.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →Nirvana Day (Parinirvana)The Buddha’s passing into final nirvana, kept by many Mahayana Buddhists (February 8 in some traditions).Wikipedia, computedDetails →Archbishop Janani Luwum Day (Uganda)UgandaA public holiday in Uganda.Nager.DateDetails →Eid al-Fitr Second Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)TurkeyA public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 2. Gün (Tentative Date).Nager.DateDetails →MN DNR: Spring wild turkey WMA lottery deadline2030Spring wild turkey WMA lottery deadline.Minnesota DNRDetails →225th anniversary: First Barbary War: Lieutenant Stephen Decatur led a U.S. Navy raid to destroy...In 1804, First Barbary War: Lieutenant Stephen Decatur led a U.S. Navy raid to destroy the captured USS Philadelphia in the harbor of Tripoli (depicted),...WikipediaDetails →Eid al-Fitr Third Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)TurkeyA public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 3. Gün (Tentative Date).Nager.DateDetails →Kinen-sai (Prayer for the Harvest)The spring prayer for a good rice harvest, held at Ise Jingu and shrines across Japan.Ise Jingu, computedDetails →125th anniversary: Italian composer Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly premiered at La Scala in...In 1904, Italian composer Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly premiered at La Scala in Milan to poor reviews, forcing him to revise the opera.WikipediaDetails →Global Tourism Resilience DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Birthday of Luis Muñoz Marín (Puerto Rico)Puerto RicoA public holiday in Puerto Rico, known locally as Natalicio de Luis Muñoz Marín.Nager.DateDetails →John Travolta, born 1954 (75 years)American actor, singer and producer.WikipediaDetails →Presidents DayUnited StatesA public holiday in the United States, officially Washington's Birthday.Nager.DateDetails →Clean Monday (Orthodox Great Lent begins)The first day of Great Lent in the Orthodox churches.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →Great Lent (Orthodox)The forty days of the Orthodox fast, from Clean Monday to the Friday before Lazarus Saturday; Holy Week follows.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →Clean Monday (Greece)GreeceA public holiday in Greece.Nager.DateDetails →World Day of Social JusticeA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →100th anniversary: Nanjing decade: In the first battle of the Warlord Rebellion in northeastern...In 1929, Nanjing decade: In the first battle of the Warlord Rebellion in northeastern Shandong against the Nationalist government of China, a 24,000-strong...WikipediaDetails →International Mother Language DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →International Mother Language Day (Bangladesh)BangladeshA public holiday in Bangladesh.Nager.DateDetails →Birthday of the Jade EmperorThe Heavenly Emperor’s birthday, with Hokkien communities’ Pai Ti Kong prayers the night before. Day 9 of lunar month 1.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →Cao Dai: Festival of the Supreme BeingThe great feast of Duc Chi Ton, the Supreme Being, at the Holy See in Tay Ninh. Day 9 of lunar month 1.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →First quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waxing).NASA, computedDetails →Defender of the Fatherland Day (Russia)RussiaA public holiday in Russia.Nager.DateDetails →The Emperor's Birthday (Japan)JapanA public holiday in Japan.Nager.DateDetails →175th anniversary: The Orange River Convention was signed in Bloemfontein, with the United Kingdom...In 1854, The Orange River Convention was signed in Bloemfontein, with the United Kingdom agreeing to recognise the independence of the Orange Free State in...WikipediaDetails →50th anniversary: Uganda–Tanzania War: Ugandan government forces fled Masaka as the Tanzania...In 1979, Uganda–Tanzania War: Ugandan government forces fled Masaka as the Tanzania People's Defence Force bombarded and captured the town.WikipediaDetails →Ayyam-i-HaThe four or five intercalary days of the Badi calendar, given to hospitality, charity and gifts before the Fast.Baha’i World Centre, computedDetails →Sunday of OrthodoxyThe first Sunday of Great Lent: the restoration of icons in 843.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →50th anniversary: The Superliner railcar entered revenue service with AmtrakIn 1979, The Superliner railcar entered revenue service with Amtrak.WikipediaDetails →Lantern FestivalThe first full moon of the lunar year, ending the New Year season. Day 15 of lunar month 1.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →Full moon: Snow Moon (supermoon)Traditional North American name: Snow Moon. Moon 359,648 km from Earth, close enough to count as a supermoon.NASA, computedDetails →Holika DahanBonfires on the eve of Holi for the burning of the demoness Holika (Phalguna Purnima, avoiding Bhadra). Regional dates can differ by a day.Wikipedia, computedDetails →Fast of EstherA minor fast before Purim. Observed from dawn to nightfall.Hebcal, computedDetails →125th anniversary: The most successful football club in Portugal, S.L. Benfica (first team...In 1904, The most successful football club in Portugal, S.L. Benfica (first team pictured), was founded in Lisbon as Sport Lisboa.WikipediaDetails →
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| Jan 9Tuein 2 years | Ordinary Time (after Christmas)The first stretch of Ordinary Time, from the day after the Baptism of the Lord to the day before Ash Wednesday.Religion · Catholic · to Feb 13 · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) |
| Jan 16Tuein 2 years | RamadanTentativeThe month of fasting from dawn to sunset. 9/1/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting...Religion · Islam · to Feb 13 · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) |
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| Feb 1Thuin 2 years | ImbolcCross-quarter festival of early spring (traditional date; some observe the astronomical midpoint around February 3 to 4). Northern Hemisphere dates.Religion · Pagan and Wiccan · Wheel of the Year | – | annual | Wheel of the YearComputed (rule) |
| 50th anniversary: Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returned from exile and soon led the Iranian...In 1979, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returned from exile and soon led the Iranian Revolution to overthrow the Pahlavi dynasty.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| 700th anniversary: The Teutonic Knights successfully besieged the hillfort of Medvėgalis...In 1329, The Teutonic Knights successfully besieged the hillfort of Medvėgalis (pictured) in Samogitia, Lithuania, and baptised the defenders in the Catholic rite.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Black History MonthBlack History Month, observed across the US.Observances · Heritage months · to Feb 28 · Library of Congress and partners | – | annual | Library of Congress and partnersComputed (rule) | |
| 25th anniversary: During the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, Janet Jackson's breast was...In 2004, During the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, Janet Jackson's breast was exposed by Justin Timberlake in what was later referred to as a "wardrobe...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 2Friin 2 years | Candlemas (Presentation of the Lord)The presentation of Jesus at the Temple.Religion · Christianity · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) |
| Meeting of the Lord (Revised Julian calendar)The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, one of the Twelve Great Feasts.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| SetsubunThe day before the start of spring in the Japanese calendar; beans are thrown to drive out demons.Religion · Shinto · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| 25th anniversary: Swiss tennis player Roger Federer became the top-ranked men's singles player, a...In 2004, Swiss tennis player Roger Federer became the top-ranked men's singles player, a position he held for a record 237 consecutive weeks.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Groundhog DayPunxsutawney Phil predicts the end of winter.Observances · Days · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| World Wetlands DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 4Sunin 2 years | International Day of Human FraternityA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations |
| Feb 5Monin 2 years | Constitution Day (Mexico)A public holiday in Mexico, known locally as Día de la Constitución.Holidays · Mexico · Mexico · Nager.Date | Mexico | annual | Nager.Date |
| Saint Brigid's Day (Ireland)A public holiday in Ireland, known locally as Lá Fhéile Bríde.Holidays · Ireland · Ireland · Nager.Date | Ireland | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Martyrdom of Imam AliTentativeThe death of Ali ibn Abi Talib in Kufa, 661, mourned by Shia Muslims. 9/21/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date...Religion · Shia Islam · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) | |
| Last quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waning).Sky · Moon phases · 3:52 pm CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) | |
| 25th anniversary: At least 21 cockle-gatherers were drowned by an incoming tide in Morecambe Bay,...In 2004, At least 21 cockle-gatherers were drowned by an incoming tide in Morecambe Bay, England, prompting the establishment of the British government's...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| 25th anniversary: The National Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Haiti captured the city...In 2004, The National Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Haiti captured the city of Gonaïves, starting a coup d'état against President Jean-Bertrand...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 6Tuein 2 years | 450th anniversary: Domingo de Salazar, a Spanish Dominican friar, was appointed the first bishop...In 1579, Domingo de Salazar, a Spanish Dominican friar, was appointed the first bishop of Manila.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Waitangi Day (New Zealand)A public holiday in New Zealand.Holidays · New Zealand · New Zealand · Nager.Date | New Zealand | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Kitchen God Day (Little New Year)The Kitchen God reports on the household to heaven; the start of the New Year preparations (12/24 in southern China). Day 23 of lunar month 12.Religion · Taoism and Chinese folk religion · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) | |
| International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital MutilationA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 8Thuin 2 years | 50th anniversary: Denis Sassou Nguesso (pictured) was chosen as the new President of the Republic...In 1979, Denis Sassou Nguesso (pictured) was chosen as the new President of the Republic of the Congo after Joachim Yhombi-Opango was forced from power.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Mercury at greatest western elongationMercury is 25.7° from the Sun, best seen in the morning sky.Sky · Planets · Astronomy Engine | – | recurring | Astronomy EngineComputed (rule) | |
| 150th anniversary: Angered by a controversial umpiring decision, cricket spectators rioted and...In 1879, Angered by a controversial umpiring decision, cricket spectators rioted and attacked the England team during a match in Sydney, Australia.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 10Satin 2 years | International Day of the Arabian LeopardA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations |
| World Pulses DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 11Sunin 2 years | Maha ShivaratriTentativeThe Great Night of Shiva, kept with a night-long vigil. Magha, Krishna 14. Regional dates can differ by a day.Religion · Hinduism · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) |
| Laylat al-Qadr (27th night)TentativeThe Night of Power; commonly observed on the 27th night of Ramadan. 9/27/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date...Religion · Islam · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) | |
| Youth Day (Cameroon)A public holiday in Cameroon.Holidays · Cameroon · Cameroon · Nager.Date | Cameroon | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Transfiguration SundayThe last Sunday before Lent in the Revised Common Lectionary (Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian and many Anglican churches).Religion · Protestant, Anglican and Lutheran · Revised Common Lectionary (Vanderbilt) | – | annual | Revised Common Lectionary (Vanderbilt)Computed (rule) | |
| International Day of Women and Girls in ScienceA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 12Monin 2 years | Carnival (Argentina)A public holiday in Argentina, known locally as Carnaval.Holidays · Argentina · Argentina · Nager.Date | Argentina | annual | Nager.Date |
| Foundation Day (Japan)A public holiday in Japan.Holidays · Japan · Japan · Nager.Date | Japan | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Lunar New Year (South Korea)A public holiday in South Korea.Holidays · South Korea · South Korea · Nager.Date | South Korea | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Great Lent (Coptic and Ethiopian, Abiy Tsom)The 55-day fast of the Coptic and Ethiopian churches, ending at Easter.Religion · Oriental Orthodox (Coptic, Ethiopian, Armenian) · to Apr 7 · Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church | – | annual | Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo ChurchComputed (rule) | |
| International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism as and when Conducive to TerrorismA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 13Tuein 2 years | Lunar New Year: Year of the RoosterChinese New Year, Seollal in Korea and Tet in Vietnam (Vietnam can differ by a day in rare years). Day 1 of lunar month 1.Culture · Lunar calendar festivals · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) |
| Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras)The day before Lent begins; Carnival and Mardi Gras.Religion · Christianity · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) | |
| New moonThe Moon is between Earth and the Sun; darkest nights for stargazing.Sky · Moon phases · 4:32 am CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) | |
| Carnival (Argentina)A public holiday in Argentina, known locally as Carnaval.Holidays · Argentina · Argentina · Nager.Date | Argentina | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Chinese New Year (Philippines)A public holiday in the Philippines.Holidays · Philippines · Philippines · Nager.Date | Philippines | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) (China)A public holiday in China.Holidays · China · China · Nager.Date | China | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Lunar New Year (South Korea)A public holiday in South Korea.Holidays · South Korea · South Korea · Nager.Date | South Korea | annual | Nager.Date | |
| World Radio DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 14Wedin 2 years | Ash WednesdayThe first day of Lent, 40 days of fasting before Easter (Sundays not counted).Religion · Christianity · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) |
| Eid al-FitrTentativeThe festival that ends Ramadan. 10/1/1450 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting and can...Religion · Islam · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) | |
| LentForty days of prayer, fasting and almsgiving, from Ash Wednesday to the evening of Holy Thursday. Most Western churches keep the same season.Religion · Catholic · to Mar 29 · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) | |
| 250th anniversary: American Revolutionary War: At the Battle of Kettle Creek, a militia of...In 1779, American Revolutionary War: At the Battle of Kettle Creek, a militia of Patriots decisively defeated and scattered a Loyalist militia that was on its...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| 250th anniversary: Native Hawaiians killed the English explorer Captain James Cook as he attempted...In 1779, Native Hawaiians killed the English explorer Captain James Cook as he attempted to kidnap Kalaniʻōpuʻu, the ruling chief of the island of Hawaii.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| 50th anniversary: Adolph Dubs, United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, was kidnapped by unknown...In 1979, Adolph Dubs, United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, was kidnapped by unknown agents and killed during a gun battle between Afghan police and the...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Valentine’s DayA day for sweethearts.Observances · Days · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| Ash Wednesday (Jamaica)A public holiday in Jamaica.Holidays · Jamaica · Jamaica · Nager.Date | Jamaica | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Chinese New Year (Singapore)A public holiday in Singapore.Holidays · Singapore · Singapore · Nager.Date | Singapore | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Lunar New Year (South Korea)A public holiday in South Korea.Holidays · South Korea · South Korea · Nager.Date | South Korea | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Second day of Lunar New Year (Hong Kong)A public holiday in Hong Kong.Holidays · Hong Kong · Hong Kong · Nager.Date | Hong Kong | annual | Nager.Date | |
| 225th anniversary: Serb chieftains elected Đorđe Petrović as their leader and began an uprising...In 1804, Serb chieftains elected Đorđe Petrović as their leader and began an uprising against the Ottoman Empire.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 15Thuin 2 years | 50th anniversary: Don Dunstan (pictured) resigned as Premier of South Australia, ending a decade...In 1979, Don Dunstan (pictured) resigned as Premier of South Australia, ending a decade of sweeping social liberalisation.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Eid al-Fitr First Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)A public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date).Holidays · Turkey · Turkey · Nager.Date | Turkey | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Third day of Lunar New Year (Hong Kong)A public holiday in Hong Kong.Holidays · Hong Kong · Hong Kong · Nager.Date | Hong Kong | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Meeting of the Lord (Julian calendar)The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, one of the Twelve Great Feasts. February 2 in the Julian calendar.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| Nirvana Day (Parinirvana)The Buddha’s passing into final nirvana, kept by many Mahayana Buddhists (February 8 in some traditions).Religion · Buddhism · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| Feb 16Friin 2 years | Archbishop Janani Luwum Day (Uganda)A public holiday in Uganda.Holidays · Uganda · Uganda · Nager.Date | Uganda | annual | Nager.Date |
| Eid al-Fitr Second Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)A public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 2. Gün (Tentative Date).Holidays · Turkey · Turkey · Nager.Date | Turkey | annual | Nager.Date | |
| MN DNR: Spring wild turkey WMA lottery deadlineSpring wild turkey WMA lottery deadline.Outdoors · Hunting · 2030 · Minnesota DNR | 2030 | annual | Minnesota DNR | |
| 225th anniversary: First Barbary War: Lieutenant Stephen Decatur led a U.S. Navy raid to destroy...In 1804, First Barbary War: Lieutenant Stephen Decatur led a U.S. Navy raid to destroy the captured USS Philadelphia in the harbor of Tripoli (depicted),...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 17Satin 2 years | Eid al-Fitr Third Day (Tentative Date) (Turkey)A public holiday in Turkey, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı 3. Gün (Tentative Date).Holidays · Turkey · Turkey · Nager.Date | Turkey | annual | Nager.Date |
| Kinen-sai (Prayer for the Harvest)The spring prayer for a good rice harvest, held at Ise Jingu and shrines across Japan.Religion · Shinto · Ise Jingu | – | annual | Ise JinguComputed (rule) | |
| 125th anniversary: Italian composer Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly premiered at La Scala in...In 1904, Italian composer Giacomo Puccini's Madama Butterfly premiered at La Scala in Milan to poor reviews, forcing him to revise the opera.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Global Tourism Resilience DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| Feb 18Sunin 2 years | Birthday of Luis Muñoz Marín (Puerto Rico)A public holiday in Puerto Rico, known locally as Natalicio de Luis Muñoz Marín.Holidays · Puerto Rico · Puerto Rico · Nager.Date | Puerto Rico | annual | Nager.Date |
| John Travolta, born 1954 (75 years)American actor, singer and producer.People · Birth anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 19Monin 2 years | Presidents DayA public holiday in the United States, officially Washington's Birthday.Holidays · United States · United States · Nager.Date | United States | annual | Nager.Date |
| Clean Monday (Orthodox Great Lent begins)The first day of Great Lent in the Orthodox churches.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| Great Lent (Orthodox)The forty days of the Orthodox fast, from Clean Monday to the Friday before Lazarus Saturday; Holy Week follows.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · to Mar 30 · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| Clean Monday (Greece)A public holiday in Greece.Holidays · Greece · Greece · Nager.Date | Greece | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Feb 20Tuein 2 years | World Day of Social JusticeA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations |
| Feb 21Wedin 2 years | 100th anniversary: Nanjing decade: In the first battle of the Warlord Rebellion in northeastern...In 1929, Nanjing decade: In the first battle of the Warlord Rebellion in northeastern Shandong against the Nationalist government of China, a 24,000-strong...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| International Mother Language DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| International Mother Language Day (Bangladesh)A public holiday in Bangladesh.Holidays · Bangladesh · Bangladesh · Nager.Date | Bangladesh | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Birthday of the Jade EmperorThe Heavenly Emperor’s birthday, with Hokkien communities’ Pai Ti Kong prayers the night before. Day 9 of lunar month 1.Religion · Taoism and Chinese folk religion · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) | |
| Cao Dai: Festival of the Supreme BeingThe great feast of Duc Chi Ton, the Supreme Being, at the Holy See in Tay Ninh. Day 9 of lunar month 1.Religion · Cao Dai · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) | |
| First quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waxing).Sky · Moon phases · 9:10 am CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) | |
| Feb 23Friin 2 years | Defender of the Fatherland Day (Russia)A public holiday in Russia.Holidays · Russia · Russia · Nager.Date | Russia | annual | Nager.Date |
| The Emperor's Birthday (Japan)A public holiday in Japan.Holidays · Japan · Japan · Nager.Date | Japan | annual | Nager.Date | |
| 175th anniversary: The Orange River Convention was signed in Bloemfontein, with the United Kingdom...In 1854, The Orange River Convention was signed in Bloemfontein, with the United Kingdom agreeing to recognise the independence of the Orange Free State in...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Feb 24Satin 2 years | 50th anniversary: Uganda–Tanzania War: Ugandan government forces fled Masaka as the Tanzania...In 1979, Uganda–Tanzania War: Ugandan government forces fled Masaka as the Tanzania People's Defence Force bombarded and captured the town.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Feb 25Sunin 2 years | Ayyam-i-HaThe four or five intercalary days of the Badi calendar, given to hospitality, charity and gifts before the Fast.Religion · Baha’i · to Feb 28 · Baha’i World Centre | – | annual | Baha’i World CentreComputed (rule) |
| Sunday of OrthodoxyThe first Sunday of Great Lent: the restoration of icons in 843.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| Feb 26Monin 2 years | 50th anniversary: The Superliner railcar entered revenue service with AmtrakIn 1979, The Superliner railcar entered revenue service with Amtrak.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Feb 27Tuein 2 years | Lantern FestivalThe first full moon of the lunar year, ending the New Year season. Day 15 of lunar month 1.Culture · Lunar calendar festivals · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) |
| Feb 28Wedin 2 years | Full moon: Snow Moon (supermoon)Traditional North American name: Snow Moon. Moon 359,648 km from Earth, close enough to count as a supermoon.Sky · Moon phases · 11:10 am CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) |
| Holika DahanTentativeBonfires on the eve of Holi for the burning of the demoness Holika (Phalguna Purnima, avoiding Bhadra). Regional dates can differ by a day.Religion · Hinduism · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| Fast of EstherA minor fast before Purim. Observed from dawn to nightfall.Religion · Judaism · Hebcal | – | annual | HebcalComputed (rule) | |
| 125th anniversary: The most successful football club in Portugal, S.L. Benfica (first team...In 1904, The most successful football club in Portugal, S.L. Benfica (first team pictured), was founded in Lisbon as Sport Lisboa.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |