Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is observed on the Wednesday occurring forty-six days before Easter Sunday. In 2026, it falls on February 18. This day marks the official beginning of Lent, a six-week…
National Drink Wine Day
National Drink Wine Day is observed on February 18. This unofficial holiday serves as an annual reminder to appreciate the diverse flavors and long-standing cultural presence of wine in society….
Ramadan Begins
Ramadan Begins is observed on the sighting of the first crescent moon of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. In 2026, it falls on February 18. This holy…
Cow Milked While Flying in an Airplane Day
Cow Milked While Flying in an Airplane Day is observed on February 18. This lighthearted holiday commemorates a unique moment in aviation and agricultural history when a cow named Elm…
Gambia Independence Day
Gambia Independence Day is celebrated on February 18. This national holiday commemorates the country’s full self-governance and its official departure from British colonial rule in 1965. As the smallest country…
Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count is observed for four days each February, typically beginning on the Friday before Presidents’ Day. In 2026, it falls from February 13 to February 16….
National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day
National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day is observed on February 18. This day highlights a classic seafood pairing that brings together the delicate, flaky texture of flounder with the rich, savory…
Thumb Appreciation Day
Thumb Appreciation Day is observed on February 18. This day serves as a reminder of the unique anatomical structure that allows for the precision and power required in daily life….
World Human Spirit Day
World Human Spirit Day is a global observance observed on February 17. This day is dedicated to the celebration of human potential, resilience, and the inner strength that allows individuals…
Who Shall I Be Day
Who Shall I Be Day is a whimsical and introspective holiday observed on February 17. This day is dedicated to the concept of self-reinvention and the exploration of untapped potential….