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February 14, 2029

Dia del Amor y la Amistad leads today's complete edition for France.

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Wednesday, February 14, 2029

Official observances, world days, local context, and everyday celebrations for people who need something worth reading, sharing, or talking about today.

Two women sitting on a sofa with love decorations in Ciudad de México.
World Calendar Day

Dia del Amor y la Amistad

Colombians celebrate this on the third Saturday of September in some regions, but February 14 still brings roses, serenatas, and the aggressive marketing of every restaurant in the Zona Rosa. The real Colombian love language is bringing someone a tinto when they didn't ask for one.

Branches of tree with cutout carton hearts in handmade bouquet for Saint Valentine Day
Regional/Cultural Day

Saint-Valentin

The restaurants are full, the flower shops are empty, and every French person who is not in a relationship pretends not to care while secretly caring. The French invented romance, which means they are allowed to be cynical about it.