Day Guide for Monday February 2nd 2026

This is our day guide for Monday February 2nd 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 33 of 2026.

Holidays on February 2nd 2026

Ireland: St. Brigid's Day. St. Brigid is Ireland’s first native saint, the most celebrated Irish female saint, and was the Abbess of one of the first convents in Kildare.
Liechtenstein: Candlemas. Candlemas is a Christian holiday that marks the presentation of the infant Jesus at the Temple in Jerusalem.

Regional

Malaysia (regional): Federal Territory Day. Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya only. Anniversary of the formation of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in 1974

Regional

Malaysia (regional): Thaipusam (in lieu). Thaipusam is celebrated in honour of Lord Subramaniam, also known as Lord Murugan
Mexico: Constitution Day. First Monday in February. Celebrates the ratification of the Mexican constitution of 1917

Regional

New Zealand (regional): Nelson Anniversary Day. Nelson only. Commemorates the arrival of the first New Zealand Company boat, the Fifeshire on February 1st 1842

Public sector only

Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday. Two days of public holidays in Ondo state to mark the 50th anniversary of the state’s creation.
Rwanda: Heroes' Day (in lieu). A day to remember those who have given their lives for the good of Rwanda
Seychelles: Abolition of Slavery Day (in lieu). As Abolition of Slavery Day falls on a Sunday in 2026, the following Monday will be a public holiday.

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.

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Observances on February 2nd 2026

  • Israel: Tu B'Shevat
  • United Kingdom: National Sickie Day
  • USA: Groundhog Day
  • USA: National Heavenly Hash Day
  • International: World Wetlands Day
  • Thailand: Inventors' Day
  • France: Crêpe Day
  • Belgium: Crêpe Day
  • Mexico: Candlemas
  • United Kingdom: Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
  • USA: National Sled Dog Day

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