This is our day guide for Sunday February 22nd 2015 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Holidays on February 22nd 2015
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.
Saint Lucia: Independence Day
Marks the island's independence from Great Britain on February 22nd 1979
Vietnam: Tet Holiday
Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in VietnamGo to Today | February 23rd 2015
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| General Information for February 22nd 2015 | |
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| There are 3 public holidays today. | |
| Day 53 of 2015 | |
| 312 days left in 2015 | |
| Week 08 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 2004 - Cliff Richard is named the Ultimate Pop Performer in a programme by Channel Four. | |
| 2002 - Legendary animator Chuck Jones dies. | |
| 1953 - Actor Nigel Planer is born. His most famous creation remains Neil, the hapless hippy from BBC2's sitcom The Young Ones. | |
| 1923 - the first public appearance of the famous Great Northern Railway Class A1 Pacific steam locomotive Flying Scotsman. |
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