Day Guide for Wednesday February 2nd 2022

This is our day guide for Wednesday February 2nd 2022 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 33 of 2022.

Holidays on February 2nd 2022

International: Sonam Losar. This is the New Year of the Tamang people and the most important festival in their calendar.

International: Chinese New Year Holiday. 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.

Liechtenstein: Candlemas. Candlemas is a Christian holiday that marks the presentation of the infant Jesus at the Temple in Jerusalem.

Mongolia: Tsagaan Sar. Tsagaan Sar, which translates to "white month," is a significant family holiday for Mongolians, celebrated according to the lunar calendar. Its date varies each year, as the celebration is linked to the first day of spring in the lunar calendar. In modern times, this holiday lasts for three days.

South Korea: Korean New Year Holiday. Known as Seollal, Korean New Year is the first day of the lunar Korean calendar. It is the most important of the traditional Korean holidays

Not a Public Holiday

USA: Groundhog Day. February 2nd each year brings the most-watched weather forecast of the year—and the only one led by a rodent.

Vietnam: Tet Holiday. Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in Vietnam

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Observances on February 2nd 2022

USA: Groundhog Day
USA: National Heavenly Hash Day
International: World Wetlands Day
Thailand: Inventors' Day
International: World Read Aloud Day
France: Crêpe Day
Belgium: Crêpe Day
Mexico: Candlemas
USA: National Women and Girls in Sports Day
USA: National Sled Dog Day

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