Day Guide for Wednesday February 17th 2021

This is our day guide for Wednesday February 17th 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 48 of 2021.

Holidays on February 17th 2021

International: Ash Wednesday. Marks the beginning of lent. Marking the forehead with ash represents regret for past sins.
China: Spring Festival Holiday. 6th day of 1st lunar month

Not a Public Holiday

International: Lent. Lent marks the start of the Easter cycle in the Christian Church
Kosovo: Independence Day. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia on February 17th 2008
Libya: February 17th Revolution. The start of the Libyan Civil War on February 17th 2011, when demonstrators were killed by government forces.

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Observances on February 17th 2021

  • USA: National Cabbage Day
  • USA: National Random Acts of Kindness Day
  • International: Ash Wednesday
  • USA: National PTA Founders Day

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