World Health Day
World Health Day is observed annually on April 7th to raise awareness of global health issues and promote well-being for all. Established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948, the day highlights a specific health theme each year, addressing challenges such as mental health, universal healthcare, and disease prevention. Governments, organizations, and communities around…
Hana Matsuri, Japan
Hana Matsuri, or "Flower Festival," is a Japanese Buddhist celebration held annually on April 8 to commemorate the birth of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha). Temples are decorated with flowers, symbolizing the garden in which Buddha was born. A key tradition is the kanbutsu-e ceremony, where people pour sweet tea (amacha) over small Buddha statues, reenacting the…
Passover
Passover (or Pesach) is a major Jewish holiday that commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Celebrated for eight days (seven in Israel), Passover usually falls in March or April. The holiday begins with the Seder meal, a ritual dinner where families read the Haggadah, a book that tells the story…
Songkran Festival
Songkran, the Thai New Year, is celebrated annually from April 13th to 15th in Thailand. It is best known for its lively water fights, symbolizing purification and the washing away of bad luck. Families gather to pay respects to elders, visit temples for merit-making, and participate in traditional rituals such as pouring scented water over…
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi, also known as Baisakhi, is a Sikh and Hindu festival celebrated annually on April 13th or 14th. It marks the Punjabi New Year and commemorates the founding of the Khalsa (the Sikh community) by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. For Sikhs, it is a day of spiritual significance, celebrated with prayers, processions (Nagar Kirtans),…
Choul Chnam Thmey, Cambodia
Choul Chnam Thmey, the Cambodian New Year, is celebrated from April 14th to 16th. It marks the end of the harvest season and is a time for family gatherings, religious ceremonies, and festive activities. The holiday is divided into three days: Maha Sangkran (welcoming the new year), Virak Vanabat (honoring elders and doing good deeds),…
World Art Day
World Art Day is celebrated annually on April 15th to honor the renowned artist Leonardo da Vinci's birthday and promote art's role in society. Established by the International Association of Art (IAA) in…
Haiku Poetry Day
Haiku Poetry Day is celebrated annually on April 17th to honor the traditional Japanese form of poetry known as haiku. Haiku consists of three lines, with a syllable pattern of…
Poem in Your Pocket Day
Poem in Your Pocket Day takes place during National Poetry Month in April. Celebrate by selecting a poem, carrying it with you, and sharing it with others throughout the day!…
Easter
Easter, a significant Christian holiday, is a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus on the third day after his crucifixion. It is marked by religious services, festive meals, and the tradition…