Here is the list of February’s holidays, observances, food themes, awareness days , historic figures, composers and authors birthdays, science and historic based anniversaries, and more! Whether you’re looking for something special to study, trivia, a day to celebrate, or a food to add to the menu, this listing of special days gives you plenty to choose from.

Resources for teaching throughout the month, including a PDF of February’s Special Days, can be found at the end of this list.

February Awareness and Observation Themes

• African American History
• American History
• Bird Feeding
• Black History
• Boost Self Esteem
• Dental Health
• Dog Training/Education
• Expect Success
• Friendship
• Heart
• Haiku Writing
• Hoof Care
• Humpback Whale Awareness
• Laugh Friendly
• Library Lovers
• Love the Bus
• Low Vision
• Mend a Broken Heart
• Plant Seeds of Greatness
• Pull Your Sofa Off the Wall
• Responsible Pet Owner
• Spunky Old Broads Month
• Time Management
• Youth Leadership

February Food Themes

• Avocado