February 2026 Holidays Worldwide
Complete list of holidays and observances around the globe
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Groundhog Day
Annual tradition where the emergence of a groundhog from its burrow is used to predict the arrival of spring. If the groundhog sees its shadow, winter will continue for six more weeks.
Observance, not a public holiday
World Cancer Day
International day to raise awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. Led by the Union for International Cancer Control.
Health observance, not a public holiday
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
UN observance recognizing the critical role women and girls play in science and technology. Aims to promote full and equal access to participation in science for women and girls.
UN observance, not a public holiday
Lincoln's Birthday
Commemorates the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, born on February 12, 1809.
Public holiday in some US states
Valentine's Day
A celebration of love and romance, traditionally observed by exchanging cards, gifts, flowers, and chocolates with loved ones.
Observance, not a public holiday
Presidents' Day
Federal holiday honoring all U.S. presidents, past and present. Originally established to celebrate George Washington's birthday, it now honors all presidents.
Federal holiday in the United States
Mardi Gras
Also known as Fat Tuesday, it's the final day of carnival celebrations before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Famous for parades, masquerades, and festive events, especially in New Orleans.
Public holiday in some regions
Lunar New Year
Also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, it marks the beginning of the lunar calendar. Celebrated with family reunions, feasts, and festivities.
Public holiday in many Asian countries (multi-day celebration)
Ash Wednesday
Christian observance marking the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and reflection leading up to Easter. Named for the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of participants.
Religious observance, not a public holiday
World Day of Social Justice
UN observance promoting efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections.
UN observance, not a public holiday
International Mother Language Day
UNESCO observance promoting linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Commemorates students killed in Bangladesh while protesting for recognition of their language, Bengali.
UN observance, not a public holiday
February Monthly Observances
Month-long awareness campaigns and celebrations
Black History Month
Annual observance in the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom celebrating the achievements of African Americans and recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
American Heart Month
Raises awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, and promotes heart-healthy lifestyles.
National Cancer Prevention Month
Focuses on raising awareness about cancer prevention strategies, including healthy lifestyle choices, regular screenings, and vaccinations.
National Children's Dental Health Month
Promotes the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers, and many others.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Raises awareness about the prevalence of dating violence among teenagers and promotes healthy relationships.
National Bird Feeding Month
Encourages people to provide food, water, and shelter to wild birds, especially during the difficult winter months.
National Snack Food Month
Celebrates the wide variety of snack foods available and encourages trying new snack options.
Library Lovers Month
Celebrates libraries, librarians, and library supporters and encourages community members to visit and support their local libraries.
February Weekly Observances
Special weeks celebrated during February
Random Acts of Kindness Week (Second Week)
Encourages people to perform small acts of kindness for others, spreading positivity and compassion throughout communities.
National Engineers Week (Week of George Washington's Birthday)
Celebrates the contributions engineers make to society and promotes engineering careers to young students, especially girls and minority students.
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (Last Week)
Aims to raise awareness about eating disorders, reduce stigma surrounding them, and improve access to treatment resources.
National FFA Week (Week of Washington's Birthday)
Celebrates the impact of the National FFA Organization, which provides leadership, personal growth, and career success training through agricultural education.
February 2026 Calendar Downloads
Free printable February calendars with holidays
February 2026 Calendar with Holidays
Standard monthly calendar with all major holidays and observances marked. Perfect for planning your month.
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February 2026 Printable Calendar with Notes
Monthly calendar with extra space for notes and reminders. Ideal for tracking appointments and tasks.
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February 2026 Calendar Landscape
Horizontal layout calendar with holidays. Great for desk planning or wall display.
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