Red Army Day – Russia Honors the Soviet Armed Forces on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Russia celebrates Red Army Day (День Красной Армии и Флота / Den Krasnoy Armii i Flota), more formally known today as Defender of the Fatherland Day…
National Day – Brunei Celebrates Its Independence on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Brunei Darussalam observes National Day (Hari Kebangsaan), the country’s most important national holiday, commemorating the proclamation of full independence from the United Kingdom on February 23,…
Mashramani-Republic Day – Guyana Celebrates Freedom and Creativity on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Guyana celebrates Mashramani-Republic Day, the country’s most vibrant and colorful national holiday, marking both the Republic Day (becoming a republic on February 23, 1970) and the…
The Emperor’s Birthday – Japan Celebrates Emperor Naruhito on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Japan celebrates The Emperor’s Birthday (天皇誕生日 / Tennō Tanjōbi), the official birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito, the 126th Emperor of Japan and head of the…
National Cat Day – Japan Celebrates Its Beloved Feline Friends on February 22
On February 22, 2026, Japan celebrates National Cat Day (猫の日 / Neko no Hi), a beloved unofficial holiday dedicated to honoring cats — one of the most cherished and culturally…
Washington’s Birthday – United States Honors the Father of the Country on February 22
On February 22, 2026, the United States commemorates Washington’s Birthday, the official celebration of the birth of George Washington (born February 22, 1732), the first President of the United States…
Founding Day – Saudi Arabia Celebrates the Establishment of the First Saudi State on February 22
On February 22, 2026, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia observes Founding Day (يوم التأسيس / Yawm at-Ta’sīs), a national public holiday commemorating the founding of the First Saudi State (Emirate…
Independence Day – Saint Lucia Celebrates Freedom from British Rule on February 22
On February 22, 2026, Saint Lucia proudly celebrates Independence Day (National Day), marking the 47th anniversary of the island nation’s full independence from the United Kingdom on February 22, 1979.…
European Day for Victims of Crime – Raising Awareness and Rights on February 22
On February 22, 2026, many European countries and the European Union observe the European Day for Victims of Crime (also known as European Victims’ Rights Day or European Day for…
World Thinking Day – Girl Guides and Scouts Celebrate Global Sisterhood and Brotherhood on February 22
On February 22, 2026, millions of Girl Guides, Girl Scouts, and their co-ed counterparts around the world celebrate World Thinking Day, an annual observance that unites over 50 million members…