Brazilian Carnival 2024, scheduled for February 13, features vibrant costumes, samba dance, music, grand parades, and food festivities, attracting visitors from around the world for elation and merriment.
Black Love Day 2024, established by Ayo Handy-Kendi in 1993, promotes acceptance, forgiveness, and affection among black individuals, promoting peace and denying violence, now encompassing other racial backgrounds.
On February 13, Safer Internet Day 2024 (US) encourages modem activation, highlighting the vast potential of the internet for social interaction, gaming, and purchasing new items.
February 13th, Galentine’s Day 2024, honors girlfriends and is a day to gather the most cherished women in our lives, despite the abundance of gifts and treats on February 14.
Uruguay Carnival 2024, a beloved tradition involving murga, candombe, and tablados, takes place from January to mid-March, starting February 12 in Uruguay.
Union Day 2024 in Myanmar commemorates Burma’s unification under Bogyoke Aung San’s leadership, marking the transition from British colonial rule to a republican state.
Hellmann’s is promoting “sick of food waste day 2024” on February 12th, encouraging all employees, including those absent, to reduce food waste by turning off laptops and opening refrigerators.
Shrove Monday 2024, observed on February 12, is part of the annual Christian observances preceding Ash Wednesday, with carnival parades often satirizing taboo topics and cultural customs.
The National Child Safety Council created Safety Pup Day 2024 (US) as a fun and instructive event to teach kids about safety measures.
Red Hand Day 2024, an international social movement, urges political leaders and the government to end the use of minors as soldiers by painting their hands red.
Oglethorpe Day 2024 (US) is an annual celebration in academic institutions to honor General James E. Oglethorpe’s arrival in Georgia in 1733.
National Poop Day 2024, observed on February 12, educates about the importance of our body’s natural functions, particularly our digestive and excretory systems, while promoting joy.
National Lost Penny Day 2024 is an annual event on February 12 to celebrate the fortunate omen of finding a misplaced penny.
National Freedom to Marry Day 2024 commemorates the LGBTQ community’s equal rights to same-sex marriage, despite progress in some nations, aiming for perfect marriage for all LGBTQ couples.
National Brayden Day 2024 honors the name Brayden, originating from Irish and English folklore, and its prominence in North America, Australia, and New Zealand.
NAACP Day 2024, observed annually on February 12, honors the American civil rights organization established in 1909 to promote justice and eliminate race-based discrimination.
International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers 2024, also known as Red Hand Day, aims to end the use of minors in armed conflict.
Hug Day 2024 (US) is February 12, commemorating Valentine’s Week. Embracing someone can boost mood, promote trust, reduce blood pressure, and alleviate tension.
Youth Day in Cameroon 2024, observed on February 11, celebrates the dedication of children and young individuals to contribute to a sustainable future.
Georgia Day 2024 commemorates James Oglethorpe’s colonial efforts in Georgia, established by the General Assembly of Georgia, despite not qualifying as a national holiday.
Carnival Monday 2024, a public holiday celebrated on the Monday preceding Ash Wednesday, features a variety of food, music, and movement for all ages.
Argentina Carnival 2024, held on February 12, offers nostalgic sideshows, butterflies, and candy floss, perfect for a large gathering and celebration of nostalgia.
National Clean Out Your Computer Day 2024 (US) encourages both experts and non-experts to clean up their most used devices and organize their New Year’s resolutions.
World Marriage Day, observed annually on St. Valentine’s Day and February 11, honors the beauty of matrimony and the loyalty of husbands and wives, promoting marriage and selflessness.
Darwin Day 2024 honors Charles Darwin’s contributions to science, encouraging hands-on experience and contemplation of his experiments, discoveries, and enduring relevance in contemporary society.