Day Guide for Wednesday February 1st 2023 What are the holidays on February 1st 2023?

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Holidays on February 1st 2023

DR Congo: Public Holiday

A public holiday in Kinshasa to allow Catholics to attend a mass led by Pope Francis.

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Malaysia (regional): Federal Territory Day

Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Putrajaya only. Anniversary of the formation of the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in 1974

Mauritius: Abolition of Slavery

Slavery was abolished in Mauritius on February 1st 1835, the last of the British colonies to do so

Rwanda: Heroes' Day

A day to remember those who have given their lives for the good of Rwanda

Observances on February 1st 2023

USA: National Baked Alaska Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Baked Alaska Day

USA: National Freedom Day

Honors the 13th Amendment, which formally abolished slavery and was officially approved on February 1st 1865.

USA: National Serpent Day

An ancient Celtic tradition gives us a chance to look at these amazing creatures.

USA: National Bird-Feeding Month

Find out the dates and background to National Bird-Feeding Month

USA: American Heart Month

Find out the dates and background to American Heart Month

USA: Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month and discover the pivotal moments and achievements that have shaped history and culture.

Ireland: Imbolc

Imbolc is a Celtic festival celebrating the start of Spring

USA: National Children's Dental Health Month

Highlights the importance of promoting a healthy dental lifestyle at an early age.

International: World Read Aloud Day

An opportunity for people all around the globe to celebrate the joy of reading aloud.

USA: National Women and Girls in Sports Day

Celebrate the impact of female athletes on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, honoring achievements and advocating for equality.

India: Indian Coast Guard Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Indian Coast Guard Day.

International: World Hijab Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Hijab Day.

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General Information for February 1st 2023
There are 4 public holidays today.
Day 32 of 2023
333 days left in 2023
Week 05 of the year
On this Day in History
2004 - Singer Janet Jackson exposes a breast during half-time in the US Super Bowl.
2002 - The seven crewmembers of the Space Shuttle Columbia are killed instantly when the space shuttle breaks up over Texas, 16 minutes before it is scheduled to land at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
1942 - Terry Jones, future member of the Monty Python's Flying Circus team, is born.
1790 - The first U.S. patent is issued, to inventor Samuel Hopkins for a potash process.