February 17 Holidays & Observances
6 holidays observed on February 17 in the 2026–2030 window.
Chinese New Year culture · International 2026: Feb 17 Mardi Gras culture · International 2026: Feb 17 Ramadan religious · International 2026: Feb 17 Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) religious · National 2026: Feb 17 World Whale Day animals · International 2030: Feb 17 World Pangolin Day animals · International 2029: Feb 17
Floating holidays on February 17
These observances only land on February 17 in certain years.
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese New Year | Feb 17 · Tue | — | — | — | — |
| Mardi Gras | Feb 17 · Tue | — | — | — | — |
| Ramadan | Feb 17 · Tue | — | — | — | — |
| Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) | Feb 17 · Tue | — | — | — | — |
| World Whale Day | — | — | — | — | Feb 17 · Sun |
| World Pangolin Day | — | — | — | Feb 17 · Sat | — |
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February calendar →February 17 — quick answers
- How many holidays fall on February 17?
- In the 2026–2030 window, 6 holidays and observance fall on February 17: Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Ramadan, Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday), World Whale Day, World Pangolin Day.
- What is celebrated on February 17?
- February 17 is home to Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Ramadan and other observances. Each one has its own page with history and a live countdown.
- Are any February 17 holidays public holidays?
- None of the observances on February 17 are US federal holidays; they are celebrated informally by people, brands and communities.