Annual February Occurrences
What day is Groundhog Day?
February 2
How many days are there in February?
28 / 29 (if a leap year)
Associated with Valentine's Day, who is said to shoot arrows to make you fall in love?
Cupid
What day of February was Johnny Cash born?
a. February 12th b. February 23rd
c. February 26th d. February 29th
C. February 26th
Groundhogs and bears sleep through the winter. What is this process called?
Hibernation
If the Groundhog sees his shadow - Do we get 6 more weeks of winter, or do we expect spring ?
6 more weeks of winter!
Which two teams were in the Super Bowl this year?
Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots
What day does Mardi Gras (aka Shrove Tuesday) fall on this year?
February 17th
The date changes each year. Mardi Gras (aka Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Tuesday) is the day before Ash Wednesday and 47 days before Easter. Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday", referring to it being the last day of consuming rich, fatty foods, most notably red meat, in preparation for the Christian fasting season of Lent, during which such foods are avoided.
Born February 17th, 1963, this man is one of the greatest basketball players ever
Michael Jordan
Riddle: I have four quarters, but I'm not a dollar. What am I?
The Super Bowl
PHAM is a grassroots movement that aims to have every individual feel confident to be in charge of their own healthcare. PHAM occurs in February every year. What does PHAM stand for?
Preventative Health Awareness Movement
Preventative Health Awareness Month
Which two zodiac signs have birthdays in February?
Aquarius and Pisces
What is the 29th of February called?
Leap Day or Leap Year Day
February 29th is primarily called Leap Day or a "leap year day". The next Leap Day is occurring in 2028—the purpose of the Leap Day is to keep the calendar aligned with the Earth's orbit around the sun.
Born on February 9th, 1942, this artist sang "I feel the Earth move" and "You've got a friend"
Carole King
True or false: February is the coldest month in the Northern Hemisphere.
True!
In reference to Black History, what did Rosa Parks refuse to do?
Give up her seat on the bus
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, a Black woman, refused to give up her seat on a city bus to a white passenger, violating segregation laws. Her arrest sparked the Civil Rights Movement, establishing her as a key figure in fighting segregation.
What is the birthstone associated with February?
Amethyst
What day does Family Day fall on?
Third Monday of February (February 16th this year)
Family Day in Canada originated in the province of Alberta. It was first celebrated on the third Monday in February in 1990.
The idea behind Family Day was to provide a day for persons to take a mid-winter break between New Year's and Easter and spend quality time with their families. Alberta's then-Premier, Don Getty, introduced the holiday as a way to emphasize the importance of family and family values.
This reggae singer and songwriter, born in February 6, 1945, is known for songs like "Buffalo Soldier" and "No Woman, No Cry"
Bob Marley
What outfit do you wear on February 2nd?
A tu-tu
(2/2)
When was Black History Month officially recognized in Canada?
December 1995
This followed a House of Commons motion introduced by the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman elected to Parliament
What are February's two primary birth flowers?
Will give 200 points for one correct flower.
Violets and Primrose
In the Victorian age, a gift of violets was a declaration always to be true. It still serves as a reminder of loyalty, thoughtfulness, and dependability. Both flowers bloom early, symbolizing the transition from winter to spring and the start of new beginnings.
What is the 2026 Chinese zodiac animal?
a. Snake b. Horse
c. Rabbit d. Lion
B. Horse
As we leave behind the introspective and intuitive Year of the Snake (2025), the Year of the Horse gallops in with vibrant and fiery energy, symbolizing adventure, vitality, and momentum.
Born February 21st, 1933, she is known as the "High Priestess of Soul" American singer of songs like "I Put a Spell on You", pianist, composer, arranger, and civil rights activist
Nina Simone
What are people born on February 29th called?
Leapers or leaplings