Day Guide for Friday February 9th 2024

This is our day guide for Friday February 9th 2024 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 40 of 2024.

Holidays on February 9th 2024

International: Lunar New Year's Eve. 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.

Regional

Bolivia (regional): Public Holiday. Oruro regional holiday celebrated on the Friday before Ash Wednesday
Lebanon: St. Maroun Day. St. Maroun is considered the Father of the Maronite Church
Mongolia: Bituun Holiday. 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
Vietnam: Tet Eve. Day before Tet, the most important holiday in Vietnam

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Observances on February 9th 2024

  • USA: National Toothache Day
  • USA: National Pizza Day

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