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  • Black History Month 2025 Theme, History and Significance: When Is African American Heritage Month? Know About the Key Observance in February To Celebrate the African Diaspora

    Black History Month 2025 Theme, History and Significance: When Is African American Heritage Month? Know About the Key Observance in February To Celebrate the African Diaspora

    Black History Month is an annual month-long event that celebrates the achievements, history, and contributions of Black individuals and communities around the world. Held in the month of February every year, this event serves as a time to reflect on the struggles and cultural impact of Black people across various fields, including civil rights, politics, science, literature, music, and sports. In this article, let’s learn more about Black History Month 2025 date, Black History Month 2025 theme, history and the significance of the annual event. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.

    Black History Month is celebrated in February in the USA and Canada, where it has received official recognition from governments. It more recently has also been celebrated in Ireland and the United Kingdom where it is observed in October.

    Black History Month 2025 in the United States, Canada and the UK

    Black History Month is celebrated in February in the United States and Canada. In the United Kingdom, Black History Month is celebrated in October. Black History Month 2025 will take place from Saturday, February 1, to Friday, February 28.

    Black History Month 2025 Theme

    The Black History Month 2025 theme is “African Americans and Labor.”

    Black History Month History

    The observance of Black History Month traces its roots back to 1926 when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History established Negro History Week in February. This week was chosen because it coincided with the birthday of Abraham Lincoln on February 12 and that of Frederick Douglass on February 14, both of which Black communities had celebrated since the late 19th century. This was later expanded into Black History Month in 1976, aligning with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, two figures significant in the fight against slavery. Over the years, Black History Month has become a global movement, encouraging education, awareness, and recognition of Black excellence.

    As per historical records, Black History Month originated in the United States of America (USA) but is also marked in several other countries like Canada and the United Kingdom, among others. In the US, it is also known as African-American History Month.

    Black History Month Significance

    Black History Month is an important event that serves as an opportunity to highlight the different aspects of Black heritage and other issues. On this day, schools, institutions, and organisations hold various events, exhibitions, and discussions to honour Black pioneers. The day serves as a reminder of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and the ongoing fight for equality in society.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 31, 2025 11:03 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • Dry Days in India For February 2025 With Festival & Event Dates: Get Full Calendar With Days When Alcohol Will Not Be Available for Sale in Pubs, Bars & Liquor Stores Across the Country

    Dry Days in India For February 2025 With Festival & Event Dates: Get Full Calendar With Days When Alcohol Will Not Be Available for Sale in Pubs, Bars & Liquor Stores Across the Country

    The second month of the year is just around the corner, and it is filled with fun celebrations, religious holidays, and days of political importance. Many people will be planning house parties or getaways for the holidays, taking advantage of long weekends, or organising lunch or dinner parties that might include alcohol. However, if you are planning any such event, a dry day could disrupt your plans. But what is a dry day? Dray days are specific days when the sale, purchase, or serving of alcohol is strictly prohibited in restaurants, liquor shops, bars, or pubs. So, you might want to make a note of the below list of dry days that will be observed in the country in February 2025. February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Basant Panchami, Valentine’s Day, Maha Shivratri and More – Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year.

    Dry days are very strictly observed in India in order to maintain public decorum and order the festival, celebration, or event. The restrictions are imposed by the government to honour the festival or event. Dry days often coincide with religious festivals, celebrations, or even political events. Hence, it is advised to stock up on alcohol beforehand so it can be enjoyed from the privacy of your home and it does not cause any inconvenience or impact your holidays and celebrations. If you’re wondering where to find a full list of upcoming dry days, look no further and simply scroll below. To help, we have curated a list of upcoming dry days in the month of February 2025.

    The below days have been marked as no-alcohol days or dry days. The list of dry days in February 2025 includes the Delhi elections, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025, Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti 2025, and Maha Shivratri 2025 celebrations. List of Long Weekends in 2025 in India: Check Out the New Year Calendar for the Holiday Dates To Plan Vacations and Weekend Getaways.

    List of Dry Days in February 2025 With Festival & Event Dates

    Dates Days Festival/Event
    February 3–5 Monday – Wednesday Delhi Elections
    February 8 Saturday Delhi Elections
    February 19 Wednesday Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti (Maharashtra)
    February 23 Sunday Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti
    February 26 Wednesday Maha Shivratri

    Dry days are not always observed across the entire country. Depending on the event or festival, it could be observed in the country, only a state, or a particular city. It depends entirely on what is being observed in the state or city. To know the exact dates of the dry days, always check with local authorities beforehand or refer to the guidelines issued by the state excise department.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 29, 2025 02:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).

  • February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Basant Panchami, Valentine’s Day, Maha Shivratri and More – Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year

    February 2025 Holidays and Festivals Calendar: Basant Panchami, Valentine’s Day, Maha Shivratri and More – Get Full List of Major Events in the Second Month of the Year

    February 2025, the second month of the year, has arrived, bringing with it a wonderful blend of love and excitement. This month is filled with a variety of fun events, religious festivals, exciting celebrations, holidays, and key observances to look forward to. You may be wrapped in a cosy blanket and enjoying the chill of the winter season, or you might be enjoying the sandy beaches elsewhere; nevertheless, whether you are all snuggled up or soaking up the sun, February 2025 has plenty in store for everyone. If you are looking to plan ahead, do not miss these upcoming holidays and festivities! To help, we have curated a list of February 2025 holidays and festivals calendar that you can easily refer to by scrolling below. List of Long Weekends in 2025 in India: Check Out the New Year Calendar for the Holiday Dates To Plan Vacations and Weekend Getaways.

    In the first week of February, we have key celebrations and observances like Indian Coast Guard Day 2025, RA Awareness Day, Basant Panchami 2025, World Wetlands Day, World Cancer Day, Rosa Parks Day, Narmada Jayanti, World Read Aloud Day, National Girls and Women in Sports Day, International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation and the much-awaited fun Valentine’s Week 2025 begins. These celebrations are followed by National Opera Day, Baba Amte’s Death Anniversary 2025, World Pulses Day, International Epilepsy Day, World Day of the Sick, International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Safer Internet Day 2025, Darwin Day 2025, Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Singles Awareness Day and World Whale Day 2025.

    The next set of celebrations include the very fun Valentine’s Day 2025, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, Mizoram Foundation Day, Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day 2025, World Anthropology Day, World Day of Social Justice, International Mother Language Day 2025, World Thinking Day, World Peace and Understanding Day 2025, and Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti. We end the month with major celebrations that include Central Excise Day, Maha Shivratri 2025, Veer Savarkar’s Death Anniversary, World NGO Day, Losar 2025, Rare Disease Day, and the start of Ramadan 2025. Refer to the below calendar for complete details. Hindu Festivals Calendar 2025: Know Dates of Holi, Chaitra Navratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Other Major Festivals in India.

    Full February 2025 Festivals Calendar

    Date Day Festival/Event
    February 1 Saturday Indian Coast Guard Day
    February 1 – 28 Saturday – Friday LGBT History Month (UK)
    February 2 Sunday RA Awareness Day
    February 2 Sunday World Wetlands Day
    February 2 – 8 Sunday – Saturday International Development Week
    February 2 Sunday Basant Panchami
    February 2 Sunday Groundhog Day
    February 3 Monday National Golden Retriever Day
    February 4 Tuesday National Day of Sri Lanka
    February 4 Tuesday World Cancer Day
    February 4 Tuesday Narmada Jayanti
    February 4 Tuesday Rosa Parks Day
    February 5 Wednesday World Nutella Day
    February 5 Wednesday National Weatherperson’s Day
    February 5 Wednesday World Read Aloud Day
    February 5 Wednesday National Girls and Women in Sports Day
    February 6 Thursday International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
    February 6 Thursday National Chopsticks Day
    February 7 Friday Rose Day
    February 7 Friday Surajkund Crafts Mela
    February 7 Friday National Fettuccine Alfredo Day
    February 8 Saturday National Opera Day
    February 8 Saturday Propose Day
    February 9 Sunday Baba Amte’s Death Anniversary
    February 9 Sunday Chocolate Day
    February 9 Sunday National Pizza Day
    February 10 Monday National Deworming Day
    February 10 Monday World Pulses Day
    February 10 Monday International Epilepsy Day
    February 10 Monday Teddy Day
    February 11 Tuesday World Day of the Sick
    February 11 Tuesday International Day of Women and Girls in Science
    February 11 Tuesday Safer Internet Day
    February 11 Tuesday Promise Day
    February 12 Wednesday Darwin Day
    February 12 Wednesday Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
    February 12 Wednesday National Productivity Day
    February 12 Wednesday Hug Day
    February 12 Wednesday Guru Ravidass Jayanti
    February 13 Thursday World Radio Day
    February 13 Thursday Sarojini Naidu Birth Anniversary
    February 13 Thursday Kiss Day
    February 13 Thursday Galentine’s Day
    February 14 Friday World Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day
    February 14 Friday Valentine’s Day
    February 15 Saturday Lui-Ngai Ni
    February 15 Saturday Singles Awareness Day
    February 16 Sunday World Whale Day
    February 16 Sunday US Innovation Day
    February 17 – 27 Monday – Thursday Taj Mahotsav
    February 17 Monday Perfume Day
    February 18 Tuesday Flirting Day
    February 19 Wednesday Confession Day
    February 19 Wednesday Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
    February 20 Thursday Mizoram Foundation Day
    February 20 Thursday Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day
    February 20 Thursday World Anthropology Day
    February 20 Thursday World Day of Social Justice
    February 20 Thursday Missing Day
    February 21 Friday International Mother Language Day
    February 21 Friday Breakup Day
    February 22 Saturday World Thinking Day
    February 23 Sunday World Peace and Understanding Day
    February 23 Sunday Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti
    February 24 Monday Central Excise Day
    February 26 Wednesday Maha Shivratri
    February 26 Wednesday Veer Savarkar’s Death Anniversary
    February 27 Thursday World NGO Day
    February 28 Friday Losar
    February 28 Friday National Science Day
    February 28 Friday Ramadan Starts
    February 28 Friday Rare Disease Day

    February promises to be full of fun and excitement! We hope this February 2025 festivals and holidays calendar proves to be useful and helps you plan your trips or vacations with ease.

    (The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 28, 2025 02:22 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).