20 Fascinating February Trivia and Answers

Reviewed by Stefanie Zaldarriaga, Author·Updated Mar 2025·3 min read

1What is the traditional birthstone for February?
2Which two zodiac signs are associated with February?
3What is the origin of the name "February"?
4Which U.S. state was the first to declare Valentine's Day an official holiday?
5What is the significance of February 2nd in the United States?
6Which flower is traditionally associated with February?
7What major sporting event is commonly held in February in the United States?
8Which ancient Roman festival, held in mid-February, is considered a precursor to Valentine's Day?
9What is the significance of February 29th?
10Which U.S. president's birthday is celebrated on February 12th?
11What is the traditional color associated with Valentine's Day?
12Which significant civil rights leader was born on February 4, 1913?
13What is celebrated on February 14th in Finland?
14Which U.S. state observes "Family Day" on the third Monday in February?
15What is the birth flower for February?
16Which U.S. state became the 16th state to join the Union on February 6, 1796?
17Which U.S. Supreme Court decision was announced in February 1967, striking down laws banning interracial marriage?
18Which U.S. president signed the National Parks Service into law on February 26, 1917?
19What is the significance of February 1st in the United States?
20Which European country celebrates Candlemas Day on February 2nd?