Holidays
Canada Day
Canada Day marks the anniversary of the confederation of Canada in 1867 when the British North America Act came into effect. The day is observed with patriotic events, fireworks, parades,…
Independence Day, United States
U.S. Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, marking the thirteen American colonies' separation from British rule. The day is observed with patriotic displays, fireworks,…
Islamic New Year
The Islamic New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar year. It begins at the first sighting of the lunar crescent new moon in the month of Muharram.
Bastille Day, France
Bastille Day is a French holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille, a military fortress and prison. On July 14, 1789 this violent uprising helped spark the beginning of the…
Baba Jie, Taiwan
Baba Jie is Father's Day in Taiwan. It is not an official holiday in Taiwan, but is observed and celebrated every August 8th. People honor their fathers by going out…
India’s Independence Day
Independence Day in India is celebrated every year on August 15th. It is a national holiday commemorating the country's independence from the United Kingdom in 1947.
Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan is mostly celebrated in the northern and western parts of India. This festival signifies the special bond between brothers and sisters which is symbolized in the ritual of…
Labor Day, US
Labor Day is a United States federal holiday celebrated every year on the first Monday of September. This day celebrates the efforts that workers make for themselves and their country.
Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. It is celebrated on the first and second days of the seventh month…
Independence Day for 5 Central American Nations
Five Central American nations (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua) celebrate their independence from Spain every September 15.