International Mother Language Day
International Mother Language Day promotes awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Information & Resources
Desert Festival, India
The 3-day Jaisalmer Desert Festival looks at the desert culture of India. It features camel races, polo matches, puppeteers, jugglers, men with long mustaches, turban-tying competitions, and locals wearing colorful…
World Thinking Day
World Thinking Day is celebrated by Girl Scouts all over the world. The goal is to bring children together from all over the world to celebrate international friendships, raise money…
Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival traditionally marks the end of the Chinese New Year Spring Festival period, celebrated on the 15th day of the first Chinese lunar month.
Dragobete
Dragobete is a Romanian holiday that celebrates the beginning of spring, plus love and romance (Romanian St. Valentine’s Day).
International Polar Bear Day
International Polar Bear Day raises awareness about the conservation challenges facing polar bears and their Arctic habitats. The day encourages efforts to address climate change and protect the environment to…
Leap Day
A Leap Day, February 29, is added to the calendar during leap years. This extra day makes the year 366 days long.
Las Fallas
Las Fallas is a traditional festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain, known for its elaborate and artistic sculptures called "fallas" that are displayed throughout the city. The festival culminates in the…
Martisor
Martisor is a traditional Romanian and Bulgarian celebration that takes place on March 1st. It involves the exchange of small decorative tokens, also called "martisoare," usually red and white intertwined…
Iditarod
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is an annual long-distance sled dog race from Anchorage to Nome, taking 9-15 days or more.