Lincoln's Birthday - some U.S. states

United States

Local Area

Connecticut, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, and New York

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Rule

February 12 in several U.S. States

Calendar Day of year

February 12

Holiday Date

02-12-2024

02-12-2025

02-12-2026

About this Observance

Every Country has leaders who are remembered by their strong leadership and impact on the region. It may be a President, a monarch, King, Prince or Queen, or a leader who is commemorated by their strong influence and voice that made change happen. This holiday is all about celebrating these leaders.

Lincoln’s Birthday celebrates the life and achievements of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. It is celebrated on February 12th (Lincoln’s actual birthday in 1809) in some states. Lincoln’s Birthday is celebrated the day after Thanksgiving in Indiana and West Virginia. It celebrates President Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, and his achievements.

Observance Type

Local