Tuesday 21st February 2023 | There is a Day for that!

This is our day guide for Tuesday February 21st 2023 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 21st 2023

Mardi Gras

Folk
International

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

National Sticky Bun Day

Food
USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sticky Bun Day

National Grain-Free Day

Food
USA

Embracing Wholesome Alternatives: Celebrating National Grain-Free Day on February 21st

Pancake Tuesday 🥞

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

International Mother Language Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Mother Language Day

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

Argentina Carnival

Argentina

The Carnival is an annual festival in Argentina held on the days before Ash Wednesday.

Language Martyrs' Day

Bangladesh

International Mother Language Day is an observance held on February 21st worldwide to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.