Day Guide for Wednesday February 28th 2024 What are the holidays on February 28th 2024?

This is our day guide for Wednesday February 28th 2024 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 28th 2024

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Spain (regional): Andalucía Day

Andalucía became an autonomous community of Spain on February 28th 1980

Taiwan: Peace Memorial Day

This public holiday in Taiwan on February 28th marks the date of an uprising in 1947, that was suppressed by the Republic of China.

Observances on February 28th 2024

Finland: Day of Finnish culture

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of Finnish culture

USA: National Chocolate Souffle Day

National Chocolate Souffle Day is a fun and delicious holiday that celebrates one of the most beloved desserts in culinary history.

USA: National Floral Design Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Floral Design Day

USA: National Public Sleeping Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Public Sleeping Day

USA: National Tooth Fairy Day

Because anyone who can make a money magically appear under your pillow deserves a special day!

India: National Science Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Science Day in India.

Finland: Kalevala Day

Celebrate Kalevala Day on February 28th, honoring Finland's rich folklore and national identity with events, storytelling, and cultural pride.

Canada: National Pink Shirt Day

Learn the inspiring story behind National Pink Shirt Day, a global anti-bullying movement that started in Canada and spread to New Zealand, promoting kindness and inclusivity.

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General Information for February 28th 2024
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 59 of 2024
307 days left in 2024
Week 09 of the year
On this Day in History
2008 - Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister of Thailand, is arrested on corruption charges after returning from exile.
2000 - On this day, the first pet allowed into the UK with a Pet Passport is a dog called Frodo Baggins.
1986 - Nearly 106 million people (77% of the American viewing public) tune in to watch the very last episode of the M*A*S*H TV Series.
1975 - Over 40 passengers and the driver of a London Underground Northern City line train are killed when the train fails to stop at Moorgate station - a crash which is still a mystery to this day.