Bubblegum Day
1st February (First Friday in February)
”For some reason, chewing gum for me gets my brain going. - Brie Larson That’s been our experience too. Something about keeping the jaw closed and chewing makes the brain just focus in and start concentrating. That’s...
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Ice Cream For Breakfast Day
2nd February (First Saturday in February)
Eating ice cream for breakfast is basically every little kid's dream. Well, that and being able to have pizza for dinner every single day. But even if you aren't 8 years old, you have to...
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Dump Your Significant Jerk Day
3rd February (First Sunday in February)
I believe that often people even stay in bad relationships longer than they should because the fear of the pain of dating is scarier than the pain of a bad relationship! - Karen Salmansohn Have you ever...
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Digital Learning Day
6th February
The digital revolution has provided unparalleled access to information, and empowered people to do their own research, education, and learning. Digital Learning Day celebrates the use of digital technology in learning and in particular highlights...
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World Marriage Day
10th February (Second Sunday of February)
Marriage is a hugely important institution in many parts of the world, and symbolises the formalisation of a relationship between a loving couple. Marriage Day celebrates everything about marriage, and is a great day to propose...
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Clean Out Your Computer Day
11th February
I am thankful the most important key in history was invented. It's not the key to your house, your car, your boat, your safety deposit box, your bike lock or your private community. It's the...
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Extraterrestrial Culture Day
12th February (Second Tuesday of February)
An officially acknowledged day in New Mexico (Roswell), Extraterrestrial Culture Day celebrates extraterrestrial cultures, and our past, present and future relationships with extraterrestrial visitors. Get the kettle on and set the table for a guest, ET...
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Introduce A Girl To Engineering Day
21st February (Third Thursday in February)
Engineering is typically a male-dominated arena - but beyond simply tinkering with and repairing equipment, engineering requires a flare for creativity and intelligence which the industry often misses out on due to so few women...
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World Sword Swallower’s Day
23rd February (Last Saturday of February)
Dangerous, exciting and alluring, Sword Swallowers Day showcases the art of sword swallowing. Every year, the Sword Swallowers Association International organise events in association with Ripley Entertainment. Do we even need to tell you not...
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Pink Day
27th February (Last Wednesday in February)
Bullying is a growing problem in the world today, and every year we hear more and more incidents coming up of bullying in schools everywhere. Bullying doesn’t stop in school, though, it extends out into...
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Rare Disease Day
28th February (Last day of February)
Rare Disease Day is an observance held on the last day of February to raise awareness about diseases that most people will not know of, as well as to improve access to treatment. EURORDIS (The European...
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Baked Alaska Day
Every February 1st
Thank you, American physicist Mr. Benjamin Thompson, for discovering how to make meringue back in the early 1800's! For meringue is a key component of Baked Alaska, the spotlighted dish being celebrated on Baked Alaska...
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Hedgehog Day
Every February 2nd
Ouch! Hedgehog Day highlights these loveable creatures but heed this word of warning, don’t get too close. As we all know hedgehogs are covered in spines but what you may not have known is that...
Carrot Cake Day
Every February 3rd
Who doesn’t love a nice warm piece of carrot cake with creamy frosting starting to melt! Oh my, it is my kind of sweet heaven! When I found out that Carrot Cake Day is an...
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Thank A Letter Carrier Day
Every February 4th
"Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds" - Motto on James Farley Post Office We know these intrepid adventurers, and adventurers they...
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World Nutella Day
Every February 5th
Happiness is a warm taste of hazelnut spread on a warm flaky pastry! That hazelnut spread is known across the world as Nutella. It can be spread on toast or put into the center of...
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Frozen Yogurt Day
Every February 6th
"Frozen yogurt is tastier than ice cream,” - Richelle E. Goodrich You know what makes every day better? A big old scoop of ice cream, you know what’s even better than that? If you said Frogurt, you’re...
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Ballet Day
Every February 7th
When life takes me on a new journey, I simply remember the smile my first ballet recital put on my face and I move forward. - Andrea Thompson There’s something magical about going to ballet. The music...
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Kite Flying Day
Every February 8th
When you hear about flying kites, do you automatically hear the Mary Poppins song in your head? If you don’t then you obviously haven’t had the pleasure of enjoying that lovely movie! Take the time...
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Read In The Bathtub Day
Every February 9th
When you think about reading in the bathtub, does it bring back memories of childhood soaks with your favorite comic books? Perhaps you think about the scolding by the Librarian when you tried to return...
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Umbrella Day
Every February 10th
”I didn’t invent the rainy day. I just own the best umbrella.” Jimmy Fallon Everyone is familiar with the sight of an umbrella, they’re present whether you live in the hottest of climates or the coldest. They’re...
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Get Out Your Guitar Day
Every February 11th
How many starry nights did you spend learning chords, listening to hit song repeatedly until you could finally play it with confidence? Did your fingers bleed like Bryan Adams claimed in the hit Summer of...
Darwin Day
Every February 12th
We must, however, acknowledge, as it seems to me, that man with all his noble qualities... still bears in his bodily frame the indelible stamp of his lowly origin. - Charles Darwin There was a pivotal moment...
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Radio Day
Every February 13th
The world used to be a much bigger place, at least when you consider the difficulty involved with transmitting information from place to place. In the beginning we simply had to walk and talk to...
Ferris Wheel Day
Every February 14th
Ride high, high in the sky (within the constraints of a Perspex box attached to a giant wheel); what better way to celebrate Ferris Wheel Day?
Hippo Day
Every February 15th
Bet you didn't know that Hippo loosely translates to River Horse in ancient Greek. Hippo Day, then, celebrates the third largest land mammal on Earth. Why not take some time to waddle in a mud bath...
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Innovation Day
Every February 16th
Spot a problem, think of a solution, and before you know it you're innovating! Innovation Day is all about imagining new, better ways of doing things. How will you be innovative?
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Random Acts Of Kindness Day
Every February 17th
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a...
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Drink Wine Day
Every February 18th
A glass of wine a day keeps the cardiologist away, or so they say. That may be the reason there is such a thing as Drink Wine Day, but who’s to say we needed a...
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Chocolate Mint Day
Every February 19th
There's something special about the combination of smooth, rich, luxurious chocolate and cool, refreshing, sharp mint. Celebrate this incredible combination on Chocolate Mint Day by indulging in your favourite minty, chocolate treat!
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Love Your Pet Day
Every February 20th
How's your relationship with your favourite furry friend? Love Your Pet Day is a chance to show your cat, dog, tortoise or [insert other] how you really feel. Treats, pampering and all the the attention...
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Sticky Bun Day
Every February 21st
Whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer a carbohydrate filled treat, the sticky bun is the ideal gastronomic delight to fill the brief. Fortunately for those who enjoy a good sticky bun, an entire...
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Single Tasking Day
Every February 22nd
The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand. Vince Lombardi Today...
Curling Is Cool Day
Every February 23rd
Curling is Cool Day is not dedicated to those of us naturally or otherwise endowed with glistening spiralling locks of hair. Oh, no, no! This is the day George Clooney and Bruce Springsteen get to...
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Tortilla Chip Day
Every February 24th
Tortilla Chip Day is best celebrated on a comfy sofa and a favourite film with a selection of tasty dips! Why not go all out and add some cheese into the mix, grilling or melting...
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Chocolate-Covered Peanuts Day
Every February 25th
When it comes to the crunch, Chocolate-Covered Peanuts Day is a great reason to celebrate a popular sweet treat. Dipping nuts and fruit into chocolate became popular from the 19th century onwards. However, the first...
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Tell A Fairy Tale Day
Every February 26th
Gather round the fire, and make yourselves comfortable... Tell A Fairy Tale Day is all about exploring myths and stories, old and new. From grim(m) tales to urban legends, tap the dark corners of your...
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Pokémon Day
Every February 27th
Marking the anniversary of the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green. The Pokémon Company has a bunch of treats lined up for fans every year! From Snapchat filters to figurine. In 2018, the Pokemon Company...
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Chocolate Soufflé Day
Every February 28th
Though cheese soufflés may be better known, everyone with a sweet tooth will prefer a chocolate soufflé instead! The recipe for soufflé is thought to originate in La Cusinier Moderne, by Vincent La Chappell, published...
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Library Lovers’ Month
Every February
If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. - Marcus Tullius Cicero Stop hugging that library. No wait, my mistake, I forgot that it’s Library Lovers Month- and it seems to have...
Bake For Family Fun Month
Every February
If baking is any labor at all, it's a labor of love. A love that gets passed from generation to generation. - Regina Brett There’s something about the smell of baked goods cooking in the oven...
North American Inclusion Month
Every February
North American Inclusion Month (NAIM) was created by the Yachad/National Jewish Council for Disabilities. Now some five years old, the North American Inclusion Month was established as a way of recognising the need for more...
