Day Guide for Wednesday February 18th 2026

This is our day guide for Wednesday February 18th 2026 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 49 of 2026.

Holidays on February 18th 2026

International: Ash Wednesday. Marks the beginning of lent. Marking the forehead with ash represents regret for past sins.
International: Losar. Tibetan New year, also known as Losar, is the most important festival in the Tibetan 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.
Gambia: Independence Day. Gambia gained full independence from colonial Britain on 18 February 1965.

Not a Public Holiday

International: Lent. Lent marks the start of the Easter cycle in the Christian Church
Mongolia: Tsagaan Sar Holiday. 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.
Sierra Leone: Armed Forces Day. Armed Forces Day is dedicated to commemorate and appreciate the Armed Forces who fought in the second world war and 11 years of civil war in Sierra Leone.
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
Vietnam: Tet Holiday. Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in Vietnam

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