On October 12, many Americans will celebrate Columbus Day, a federal holiday that commemorates the explorer Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas in 1492. However, for many Indigenous peoples across the continent, this day represents the beginning of centuries of…
All Souls’ Day, also known as the Commemoration of All Souls, is a holy occasion celebrated by the Catholic Church on November 2nd each year. It is a day dedicated to prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed, particularly family…
National Children’s Day is observed on March 17th every year. This day is dedicated to celebrating the joys and sorrows of being a child, as well as promoting their well-being and importance in society. It is a day of hope…
Eid-ul-Fitr is a significant Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. It is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month in the Islamic calendar. The date of Eid-ul-Fitr varies each year…
Assumption Day, also known as the Feast of the Assumption of Mary, commemorates the Christian belief that the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, was assumed into heaven at the end of her earthly life. The holiday is celebrated…
Jāņi, also known as Summer Solstice, is one of the most beloved and widely celebrated holidays in Latvia. This annual event, held on June 24th, is a time of joy and festivities as the Latvian people welcome the summer season…
May 1 is observed as a very important day around the world, especially in many countries of Europe, Asia, and Latin America. It is officially known as Labor and Agriculture Day, a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring the contributions…
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast,’ is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims all over the world. This joyous occasion marks the end of the spiritual month of Ramadan and commemorates the revelation of…
The Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur falls on September 16th this year and is considered to be the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day of reflection, prayer, and atonement for the sins and transgressions committed in…
Yom HaZikaron, also known as Israel’s Memorial Day, is a somber and emotional day that falls on April 13th this year. It is a day where Israelis pay tribute to the brave soldiers who have given their lives to protect…
The Feast of the Assumption of Mary is a significant Christian holiday celebrated on August 15 each year. Also known as the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, this holiday commemorates the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was…
The Mauritanian Armed Forces Day, celebrated on July 10 each year, is an important holiday for the nation of Mauritania. It is a time for the country to come together and honor the brave men and women who serve in…
The month of December brings about many holidays and observances, but two that hold significant importance worldwide are December 31 – National Youth Day and Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day) on April 8. Both these days honor the youth and…
Tisha B’Av, also known as the Ninth of Av, is a significant Jewish holiday observed on the ninth day of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. This year, it falls on July 29. The holiday is observed with…
On March 21, we celebrate Independence Day, a national holiday that commemorates the historic event of the founding of our nation and the struggle for freedom. This day holds great importance for all of us as it symbolizes the birth…
Ashura, also known as the Day of Ashura, is an Islamic holiday observed on the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. It holds great significance to the Shia Muslims as well as the Sunni Muslims.…
December 25 is widely recognized as Christmas Day, one of the most beloved holidays around the world. It is a celebration of love, kindness, and spreading joy. For many people, Christmas is not just a one-day event, but a month-long…
The Islamic new year, also known as Hijri New Year or Arabic New Year, is a public holiday that is celebrated on the first day of Muharram (the first month in the Islamic calendar). This year, the new year falls…
Chin National Day is a special occasion for the Chin people of Myanmar to honor their culture, traditions, and history. This annual celebration takes place every February 20, commemorating the Chin Revolution Day in 1948, when the Chin people united…
Mauritanian Women’s Day is a national holiday in Mauritania that is celebrated on April 10th every year. This day is an important occasion to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women in Mauritania. From gaining the right…
National Unity Day, also known as Unity Day, is a day of celebration in the United States that falls on January 20th each year. The day was first established as a holiday in 1775 by the Second Continental Congress to…
