February

The Month of February: Fun Facts, Holidays and more

February is the 2nd month of the year and we all know it as the leap year month, the month of love, and in the northern hemisphere, the month where we anticipate the start of spring! As the shortest month of the year, February is a special month and is full of Daily Fun & Awareness Holidays, Monthly Observances, night sky and astronomical events, worldwide events and traditions, fun recipes, activities and so much more.. Find the holidays that resonate with you and keep celebrating everyday! 

 

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All About February

February is the 2nd month of the year in the Gregorian Calendar and the Julian Calendar. February is the shortest month with only 28 days in normal years and 29 days in leap years. February was added to the calendar in 700 BC where it originally was the last month of the year, which is why it is the month where the 4 year adjustment (leap day) is added. Before January and February were added to the calendar, the winter period was a monthless period. 

Holidays & Observances in February

There are many different things you can do in February to make the most of this special month! February is filled with Daily Holidays that are all about love, selfcare, friendship, food, getting ready for spring and so much more. 

Daily Fun & Awareness Holidays in February

You can celebrate Valentines Day with your significant other, Galentine's Day with your girlfriends, or Satisfied Staying Single Day with yourself. However you choose to celebrate, remember to share Random Acts of Kindness. Celebrate your favorite Animal & Pet days, Food days, Earth and Nature days, Fandom days, Positivity days and more. Every day in February is a chance for you to be kinder and show love. 

Monthly Observances in February

In February, the monthly observances remind us to care and recognize the accomplishments of others. We are reminded to show love for our significant other, our friends and ourselves. 

Fun Fast Facts

  • February is the shortest month of the year
  • Leap Day is February 29th every 4 years
  • February is the last full month of winter in the northern hemisphere and summer in the southern hemisphere
  • The Full Moon in February is most commonly called the Snow Moon
  • February is World Lakes Month 
  • Black History Month is one of the most recognized monthly celebrations

Born in February

A short list of some of the most famous people born in February includes:

Musicians, Artists, Writers, Actors, Athletes
Charles Dickens
George Frideric Handel
Frederic Chopin
Johnny Cash
Rihanna
Michael Jordan

Inventors, Scientists, Professionals, Businesses
Thomas Edison
Steve Jobs

U.S. History
Ronald Reagan
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln

Ancient History
Galileo Galilei
Nicolaus Copernicus

 

February Unity

February's Unity theme is to Initiate Love. February is a great time to show love toward others, your friends, lover, people of all colors and cultures and yourself. February is a fun month of the year because it is a shorter month and has an extra day every 4 years. Remember to spend appreciate every moment and enjoy this short month.