February

Specific dates 8th (2005): Mardi Gras in New Orleans Every year 2nd: Groundhog day in the United States of America, centered on Punxsutawney. 6th: Waitangi day - New Zealand's national day. Commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Thursday before Ash Wednesday - Fasnacht in parts of southern Germany and Northeastern Switzerland - Colourful street carnivals to ward off the winter spirits, featuring costumed brass bands. Takes place in most towns Calendar of events and festivals January | February | March | April | May | June July | August | September | October | November | December This article is still a stub and needs your attention. It does not have a template. Please plunge forward and help it grow!