FEBRUARY

World Cancer Day is an international awareness day observed annually on 4th February to raise awareness about cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. The day aims to save millions of preventable deaths each year by raising awareness and educating people about the disease. In 2024, World Cancer Day will be observed on Sunday, 4th February. When … Read more

World Wetlands Day is observed annually on February 2 to raise global awareness about the vital importance of wetlands for people and our planet. This day also marks the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on February 2, 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar. 2024 will mark the 53rd anniversary of … Read more

National Weatherperson’s Day is observed annually on February 5th in the United States. This day recognizes the work and contributions of meteorologists and weather forecasters across the country. Weatherpeople play a vital role in keeping communities safe by providing accurate weather information and warnings about severe weather events. National Weatherperson’s Day was created in 1980 … Read more

National Shower with a Friend Day is an unofficial holiday observed annually on February 5th. As the name suggests, it encourages people to celebrate friendship by sharing a shower with a close friend. This fun and quirky holiday provides an opportunity to strengthen bonds and make memories. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the … Read more

National Homemade Soup Day is observed annually on February 4th. As the name suggests, this day celebrates homemade soups and encourages people to make and enjoy soup made from scratch. Homemade soups are comforting, nourishing, and a great way to use fresh, seasonal ingredients. History and Background National Homemade Soup Day was created to pay … Read more

National Hemp Day is observed annually on February 4th to celebrate and promote the many uses and benefits of industrial hemp. Hemp is a variety of the cannabis plant that contains very low levels of THC (less than 0.3%), the psychoactive compound that produces the “high” associated with marijuana. While marijuana is bred for its … Read more

National Missing Persons Day is observed on February 3rd every year in the United States. This day aims to raise awareness about missing children, teens, adults, and seniors and the issues surrounding missing persons cases. According to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, there are over 600,000 individuals reported missing every year in the … Read more

Four Chaplains Day is observed on February 3rd every year to honor the brave sacrifices made by four U.S. Army chaplains during World War II. On February 3, 1943, the USAT Dorchester sank after being torpedoed by a German U-boat. As the ship went down, the four chaplains on board helped other soldiers get life … Read more

National Wear Red Day is observed annually on the first Friday in February. In 2024, it falls on February 2nd. This special day aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. The campaign focuses on educating people about the signs … Read more