Welcoming a New Year of Renewal and Good Fortune Lunar New Year is one of the world’s oldest and most widely celebrated holidays, observed across East and Southeast Asia and throughout global diasporas. Falling between late January and mid-February, its date is determined by the lunar calendar, marking the transition from one zodiac animal year […]
Origins and Historical Background of Fasnacht Day Fasnacht Day is observed on the Tuesday preceding Ash Wednesday and is rooted in European pre-Lenten traditions that emphasized communal indulgence before a […]
Origins and Historical Background of National Cabbage Day National Cabbage Day is observed annually in early February and celebrates a vegetable that has sustained populations for centuries. Cabbage is one […]
Origins and Historical Background of National Cafe au Lait Day National Cafe au Lait Day is observed annually in early February and celebrates a coffee preparation rooted in European café […]
History and Origins of National Drink Wine Day National Drink Wine Day is observed annually on February 18 and celebrates wine as one of the oldest continuously produced beverages in […]
History and Origins of National Chocolate Mint Day National Chocolate Mint Day is observed annually on February 19 and celebrates the enduring pairing of chocolate and mint. The combination reflects […]
National Vet Girls ROCK Day is observed annually on February 19 in the United States. It is associated with recognition of women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces […]
History and Origins of National Cherry Pie Day National Cherry Pie Day is observed annually on February 20 and celebrates a dessert closely associated with American culinary identity. Cherry pie […]
History and Origins of National Tartar Sauce Day National Tartar Sauce Day is observed annually on February 22 and recognizes a condiment whose origins lie in European culinary traditions and […]
History and Origins of National Muffin Day National Muffin Day is observed annually on February 20 and celebrates a baked good that bridges simplicity, portability, and cultural adaptation. Muffins trace […]
National Day of Solidarity with Muslim, Arab and South Asian Immigrants is observed annually on February 20 in the United States. The observance functions as a civic recognition and solidarity […]
National Whistleblower Reward Day is observed annually on February 20 in the United States. It is a date focused on public documentation of statutory reward programs that provide financial incentives […]