Tuesday 17th February 2026 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Tuesday February 17th 2026 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?

Observances on February 17th 2026

Mardi Gras

Folk
International

Mardi Gras falls on the day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday.

Lunar New Year 🧧

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Lunar New Year.

National Pancake Day – IHOP 🥞

Food
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pancake Day – IHOP

National Cabbage Day

Food
USA

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

National Random Acts of Kindness Day

Action
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Random Acts of Kindness Day

National PTA Founders Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National PTA Founders Day.

Pancake Tuesday 🥞

In Ireland and UK it is a popular custom to make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday.

Carnival Tuesday

International

Carnival Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, takes place on the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent

Chinese New Year

International

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.