0:00 February Lesser-known Holidays
0:11 NATIONAL BAKED ALASKA DAY
1:08 NATIONAL TATER TOT DAY
1:55 NATIONAL CARROT CAKE DAY
2:46 NATIONAL WOMEN PHYSICIANS DAY
3:32 Four Chaplains Day
4:31 NATIONAL HEMP DAY
5:09 NATIONAL CREATE A VACUUM DAY
5:58 NATIONAL SHOWER WITH A FRIEND DAY
6:48 NATIONAL CHOPSTICKS DAY
7:32 NATIONAL GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY
8:23 NATIONAL PERIODIC TABLE DAY
9:13 National Kite Flying Day
9:58 NATIONAL PIZZA DAY
10:52 NATIONAL UMBRELLA DAY
11:39 NATIONAL PEPPERMINT PATTY DAY
12:27 GALENTINE’S DAY
13:06 SINGLES AWARENESS DAY
13:59 National Almond Day
14:42 NATIONAL CABBAGE DAY
15:31 NATIONAL RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY
16:31 NATIONAL LASH DAY
17:28 NATIONAL LEADERSHIP DAY
18:03 NATIONAL LOVE YOUR PET DAY
18:52 NATIONAL CHERRY PIE DAY
19:48 NATIONAL STICKY BUN DAY
20:21 NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY
21:18 NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY
22:09 NATIONAL PISTACHIO DAY
22:53 NATIONAL STRAWBERRY DAY
23:46 NATIONAL RETRO DAY
24:37 NATIONAL TOOTH FAIRY DAY
25:18 NATIONAL CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE DAY
In February, there’s a multitude of lesser-known holidays to enjoy, ranging from food celebrations to honoring historical events and cultural traditions. These include:
National Baked Alaska Day (Feb 1) – Celebrates the dessert known for its warm meringue and cold ice cream, a culinary nod to the U.S. purchase of Alaska.
National Tater Tot Day (Feb 2) – Pays tribute to the crispy potato snack, inviting everyone to enjoy and share recipes.
National Carrot Cake Day (Feb 3) – Honors the sweet cake made with carrots, with origins in medieval times.
National Women Physicians Day (Feb 3) – Celebrates women in medicine, including the first woman to receive an M.D., Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell.
Four Chaplains Day (Feb 3) – Remembers the bravery of four chaplains who gave up their life jackets during WWII.
National Hemp Day (Feb 4) – Highlights the uses and benefits of hemp, distinct from its cannabis association.
National Create a Vacuum Day (Feb 4) – Educates about the science of vacuums with fun experiments.
National Shower with a Friend Day (Feb 5) – A quirky day promoting the benefits of filtered shower water.
National Chopsticks Day (Feb 6) – Appreciates the ancient eating utensils and their cultural importance.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day (Feb 7) – Recognizes the achievements of female athletes and advocates for sports equality.
National Periodic Table Day (Feb 7) – Honors the table’s history and its importance in chemistry.
National Kite Flying Day (Feb 8) – Encourages people to enjoy the simple pleasure of kite flying.
National Pizza Day (Feb 9) – Celebrates the popularity and versatility of pizza in the U.S.
National Umbrella Day (Feb 10) – Pays homage to the umbrella’s practicality and cultural significance.
National Peppermint Patty Day (Feb 11) – Commemorates the refreshing chocolate and mint confectionery.
Galentine’s Day (Feb 13) – A day for women to celebrate their friendships, inspired by “Parks and Recreation.”
Singles Awareness Day (Feb 15) – Emphasizes self-love and the joys of being single.
National Almond Day (Feb 16) – Highlights the health benefits and versatility of almonds.
National Cabbage Day (Feb 17) – Recognizes the dietary importance and historical significance of cabbage.
National Random Acts of Kindness Day (Feb 17) – Encourages simple acts of kindness with a widespread impact.
National Lash Day (Feb 19) – Focuses on the beauty and care of natural and artificial eyelashes.
National Leadership Day (Feb 20) – Stresses the importance of leadership and its positive influence.
National Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20) – A day to show extra affection and care for pets.
National Cherry Pie Day (Feb 20) – Celebrates the classic American dessert with a nod to George Washington.
National Sticky Bun Day (Feb 21) – Honors the sweet pastry with origins from German settlers.
National Margarita Day (Feb 22) – A festive occasion dedicated to the popular cocktail.
National Tortilla Chip Day (Feb 24) – Pays tribute to the snack and its creator, Rebecca Webb Carranza.
National Pistachio Day (Feb 26) – Acknowledges the nut’s culinary and health contributions.
National Strawberry Day (Feb 27) – Celebrates the beloved fruit and its nutritional value.
National Retro Day (Feb 27) – Invites a look back at life before digital dominance.
National Tooth Fairy Day (Feb 28) – A whimsical holiday focused on dental hygiene and childhood wonder.
National Chocolate Soufflé Day (Feb 28) – A day to indulge in this rich, airy chocolate dessert.
These holidays offer a variety of celebrations, from enjoying special treats to remembering historical figures and promoting social causes. Whether it’s through culinary adventures or cultural appreciation, February is filled with opportunities to celebrate lesser-known yet meaningful occasions. Remember to subscribe for more interesting facts and celebrations.
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