Day Guide for Thursday February 15th 2018

This is our day guide for Thursday February 15th 2018 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 46 of 2018.

Holidays on February 15th 2018

International: Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.

Afghanistan: Liberation Day. A public holiday in Afghanistan observed on February 15th that commemorates the final withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan in 1989.

Regional

India (regional): Lui-Ngai-Ni. A seed-sowing festival celebrated by the Naga tribes of Manipur

Serbia: Sovereignty Day. Anniversary of the First Serbian Uprising in 1804 and the first Serbian Constitution in 1835

South Korea: Korean New Year Holiday. Additional holiday for Korean New Year

Vietnam: Tet Eve. Day before Tet, the most important holiday in Vietnam

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There are no observances today.

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