Events in February 2026
February 2, 2026 (2 events)
February 2, 2026
A North American folk tradition. Legend has it that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow and sees its shadow due to clear weather, winter will persist for six more weeks.
February 2, 2026
The 'New Year of the Trees' in Judaism. It is an ecological awareness day, and trees are traditionally planted in celebration.
February 12, 2026 (1 event)
February 12, 2026
Observance of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln (February 12, 1809), the 16th President of the United States who successfully prosecuted the Civil War to preserve the nation.
February 14, 2026 (1 event)
February 14, 2026
A day honoring romantic love, affection, and friendship. It originated as a Western Christian feast day honoring early saints named Valentinus but is now a significant cultural celebration.
February 15, 2026 (1 event)
February 15, 2026
Commemorates the birth of Susan B. Anthony (February 15, 1820), a pioneer of the women's suffrage movement whose work paved the way for the 19th Amendment giving women the vote.
February 16, 2026 (1 event)
February 16, 2026
Officially 'Washington's Birthday', this federal holiday honors the lives and contributions of all U.S. Presidents, specifically George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
February 17, 2026 (2 events)
February 17, 2026
The beginning of the new year based on the lunisolar calendar. It is one of the most important holidays in Asian culture, associated with family reunions, red envelopes, and honoring ancestors.
February 17, 2026
French for 'Fat Tuesday'. It reflects the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins on Ash Wednesday.
February 18, 2026 (3 events)
February 18, 2026
The first day of Lent in the Western Christian calendar. It is a day of fasting and prayer, where palm ashes are placed on the forehead as a symbol of mortality and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 19, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 20, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 21, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 22, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 23, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 24, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 25, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 26, 2026 (3 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
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February 26, 2026The Eastern Idaho Science and Engineering Fair (EISEF) will be held on Thursday, February 26 in Idaho Falls from approximately 9:30 am- 3:30 pm.We are actively recruiting judges and volunteers to help make this year's event the strongest and best yet. EISEF brings together high school students from across the Eastern Idaho region to showcase their authentic, inquiry-based research, building confidence, and exploring paths in science and engineering.No prior experience is required; we will provide you with all the training and support you need. Whether you sign up to serve as a judge or volunteer, your presence helps create an environment where students feel seen, supported, and inspired to pursue STEM pathways in school and beyond.Click here to register today!New to IDSEF?IDSEF is affiliated with the prestigious Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), the world's largest pre-college STEM research competition hosted by Society for Science. This global competition includes nearly 400 affiliated fairs supporting young scientists, engineers, and inventors in their pursuit of STEM.Volunteers and Judges needed!
Idaho Falls - ISU CampusFebruary 27, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.
February 28, 2026 (2 events)
February 18, 2026 – April 4, 2026
A solemn religious observance in the Christian liturgical calendar reflecting the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. It serves as a time of preparation for Easter through prayer and repentance.
February 18, 2026 – March 19, 2026
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection, and community.