February 18th is officially Pluto Day & Drink Wine Day.
We’d like to welcome you to the 49th day of the year! There are 316 days left in 2025.
From discoveries on land and in space to major changes in US law this day is a very special day indeed.
Did you know that on this day, February 18, 1954, the Church of Scientology was officially incorporated in Los Angeles? It has gone on to spread throughout the world, generating much debate along the way.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about February 18th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on February 18 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, did you know that Dr. Dre was also born on this day? Here are more famous people born on this day.
1994
Jung Ho-seok
South Korean Rapper
Age
31 years old
Born IN
Gwangju, South Korea
1965
Dr. Dre
American Rapper
Age
60 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1954
John Travolta
American Actor
Age
71 years old
Born IN
New Jersey, USA
1933
Yōko Ono
Japanese Multimedia Artist
Age
92 years old
Born IN
Tokyo, Japan
Birthday & Zodiac
People who were born on February 18 share the Aquarius zodiac sign.
Aquarius is the eleventh astrological sign in the zodiac, originating from the constellation Aquarius.
Anyone born in February has the Amethyst birthstone. People with the Amethyst birthstone tend to be stubborn and daring but will usually follow their dreams, no matter what.
February’s emblematic primary birth flower, the violet, symbolizes the loyal and faithful spirit of those born in this month. Primroses, the secondary birth flower, represent youthful love and fresh perspectives.
If you were born on this day, it’s likely that you were conceived on May 28 in the previous year.
The due date for a baby conceived on this day is around November 11, 2025.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, February 18th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1475 — 1564
Michelangelo
Italian Sculptor Michelangelo was born on March 6, 1475. He died on this day in 1564, at age 88 in Rome, Italy.
Special Holidays
Here are some unusual holidays that are celebrated on this day.
United States
Pluto Day
Pluto was discovered in 1930 by Clyde Tombaugh, and although it was initially a planet, it was resigned from planet status in 2006. Nonetheless, this dwarf planet still deserves recognition, and that’s why today is Pluto Day.
United States
National Drink Wine Day
We know, we know, any day is a good day for a drop of wine, but that’s not the point today. Drink Wine Day is a wonderful excuse to indulge yourself a little and splash out on a fancier bottle for a change.
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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Women's Day
18 days
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St Patrick's Day
27 days
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Earth Day
63 days
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Halloween
255 days
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Christmas Day
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