February Facts
While roses dominate Valentine’s Day, these are the two official birth flowers of February.
What are the Violet and the Primrose? (Though the Iris is also often cited).
On what date is Mardi Gras on this year?
Tuesday, February 17th.
On February 4th, Americans celebrate this canned meat product that has been a punchline (and a pantry staple) since 1937.
What is SPAM?
The Lunar New Year begins on what day this year?
What is Tuesday, February 17th.
Super Bowl Sunday is the second-biggest food day in the U.S., right behind Thanksgiving—because nothing says “athletic event” like eating your weight in these famous spicy or savory saucy snacks.
What is chicken wings?
This rare day, added every four years, is considered by astrologers a “cosmic reset” for introspection and new beginnings.
What is February 29th. (Leap Day!)
This city is considered the heart of Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States.
What is New Orleans?
February 5th is the "National Day" for this—a great time to tell your boss you're staying in bed just because you feel like it.
What is National Sickie Day?
Children receive this color envelopes, filled with money for good luck, often from grandparents or older relatives.
What is Red?
This trophy, named after a legendary coach, is the ultimate bling for gridiron glory—though unlike your office mug, it never goes missing in the break room.
What is the Vince Lombardi Trophy?
This month features two zodiac signs: one known for independence and innovation, and the other for compassion and intuition.
What are Aquarius and Pisces?
This sweet pastry, often decorated in purple, green, and gold, hides a small plastic baby inside.
What is a King Cake?
If you ate dessert for your first meal on the first Saturday of February, you were participating in the National Day for "Ice Cream for" this.
What is Breakfast?
Before the new year, this ritual sweeps out bad luck—and the mysterious collection of batteries, rubber bands, and menus you’ve been “saving for later.”
What is deep cleaning/sweeping the house before Lunar New Year?
This year, the Seattle Seahawks won the Superbowl with a score of 29-13, against the New England Patriots. What is the name of the Seattle Seahawks large blue bird mascot?
What is Blitz?
This purple gemstone, February’s birthstone, was once believed to prevent intoxication—because apparently even jewelry had a side hustle in wellness.
What is amethyst?
Mardi Gras is French for this phrase, which refers to the day before Ash Wednesday.
What is Fat Tuesday?
Falling on February 13th, this "Gal-pal" holiday was popularized by Leslie Knope on the sitcom Parks and Recreation.
What is Galentine’s Day?
Each year gets a zodiac animal. In 2026, it’s this speedy creature—perfect for explaining why your resolutions galloped away by March.
What is the (Fire) Horse?
This quarterback holds the record for the most Super Bowl appearances, starting in 10 games and winning 7 of them across two teams.
Who is Tom Brady?
Aquarius is ruled by this planet of originality and change, while Pisces answers to this dreamy planet of imagination.
What are Uranus (Aquarius) and Neptune (Pisces)?
Purple, green, and gold are the official colors of Mardi Gras. Purple stands for justice, green for faith, and gold for this quality.
What is power?
Celebrated on February 15th, "S.A.D." stands for this holiday for those who didn't have a date the night before.
What is Singles Awareness Day?
On day 15 of the festivities, everyone says “lights, noodles, action,” and celebrates with glowing decorations that make your living room look like a cozy street market.
What is the Lantern Festival (and lanterns)?
This phrase, first uttered by Phil Simms in 1987, became a tradition for MVPs—because after winning the biggest game, what else would you do?
What is “I’m going to Disneyland!”?