African Liberation Day
On African Liberation Day many African countries celebrate the hard-fought achievement of their freedom from European colonial powers. Events include speeches, cultural performances, educational forums, and rallies, highlighting Africa’s ongoing efforts…
Cheese Rolling Festival, UK
The Cheese Rolling Festival is an annual English tradition in which several contestants attempt to chase a rolling cheese wheel down a very steep hill to win one of the most unique competitions in the world.
Memorial Day
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the United States.
World Reef Awareness Day
World Reef Awareness Day is a call to action for protecting the reef ecosystem within our oceans.
American Indian Citizenship Day
American Indian Citizenship Day commemorates the passage of the Indian Citizenship Act in 1924, granting United States citizenship to all Native Americans born in the country.
World Bicycle Day
World Bicycle Day celebrates the uniqueness, longevity, and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries. It's a simple, affordable, reliable, clean, and environmentally fit sustainable…
World Environment Day
World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5 to raise global awareness and action for environmental protection. Each year, a different country hosts the event with a specific theme,…
El Colacho, Spain
El Salto del Colacho, also known as The Baby Jumping Festival, is a Spanish ritual in which men dressed as the devil jump over babies born within the year. Traditionally,…
FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is an international football (soccer) tournament held every four years, bringing together national teams from around the world to compete for the championship. It is one…
Leap Day
A Leap Day, February 29, is added to the calendar during leap years. This extra day makes the year 366 days long.