Day Guide for Wednesday February 2nd 2022 What are the holidays on February 2nd 2022?

This is our day guide for Wednesday February 2nd 2022 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 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

Mongol New Year is celebrated over the first three days of the lunar year

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

Observances on February 2nd 2022

USA: Groundhog Day

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

USA: National Heavenly Hash Day

In the pantheon of elite brownies, Heavenly Hash is up there with its close relative, Rocky Road.

International: World Wetlands Day

A day to raise awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet.

Thailand: Inventors' Day

Thailand marks Inventors' Day on the date when King Bhumibol was allocated a patent in 1993.

International: World Read Aloud Day

An opportunity for people all around the globe to celebrate the joy of reading aloud.

France: Crêpe Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Crêpe Day.

Mexico: Candlemas

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Candlemas.

USA: National Women and Girls in Sports Day

Celebrate the impact of female athletes on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, honoring achievements and advocating for equality.

USA: National Sled Dog Day

Celebrate National Sled Dog Day on February 2nd, honoring the heroic sled dogs and mushers who braved icy trails to save lives.

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General Information for February 2nd 2022
There are 7 public holidays today.
Day 33 of 2022
332 days left in 2022
Week 05 of the year
On this Day in History
1933 - English comedian Les Dawson is born.
1901 - The children of Queen Victoria attend their mother's funeral.
1899 - The Australian Premiers' Conference in Melbourne decides to locate the capital (Canberra) between Sydney and Melbourne.
1884 - First celebration of Groundhog Day in the USA with Punxsutawney Phil predicting the weather for the nation according to his ability to see his shadow.