Day Guide for Tuesday February 27th 2024 What are the holidays on February 27th 2024?

This is our day guide for Tuesday February 27th 2024 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?

Holidays on February 27th 2024

Dominican Republic: Independence Day

The Dominican Independence War gave the Dominican Republic autonomy from Haiti on 27 February 1844

Israel: Public Holiday

A public holiday to allow voters in the municipal elections that had been delayed since October 2023.

Observances on February 27th 2024

USA: National Kahlua Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Kahlua Day

USA: National Polar Bear Day

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USA: National Strawberry Day

It's National Strawberry Day in the USA today! The fruit is fat free and cholesterol free!

USA: Pokémon Day

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International: World NGO Day

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USA: World Spay Day

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General Information for February 27th 2024
There are 2 public holidays today.
Day 58 of 2024
308 days left in 2024
Week 09 of the year
On this Day in History
2003 - In the UK, Rowan Williams is enthroned as Archbishop of Canterbury, head of the Anglican Church.
2002 - Much-loved comedian Spike Milligan dies.
1941 - The 13th Academy Awards marks the first time that the results are kept in sealed envelopes, to prevent the Press from spoiling the surprise. The Oscar for Best Picture goes to Rebecca - the only time a film by Alfred Hitchcock would win an Oscar.
1939 - The 7th Academy Awards are held at the Biltmore Hotel, Hollywood, LA. It's the first time that films opening over a period of an entire year are covered (previously, the release dates fell from mid-year to mid-year). Frank Capra's It Happened One Night becomes the first film to win the 'top five' awards.