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…
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…
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…
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 2012, the day highlights the importance of creativity, cultural diversity, and the impact of art on education and development. It encourages global participation in artistic…
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 5-7-5, and typically focuses on nature, the seasons, or moments of profound simplicity. The day encourages the appreciation and creation of haiku, with poets worldwide…
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 of egg hunting and decorating.
Orthodox Easter
The Orthodox church uses the Julian calendar for the calculation of Easter, whereas the Western churches use the Gregorian calendar. This difference can often mean that Orthodox Easter falls later…
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is a national holiday in many countries and is a time to get outside and spend time with family. In some places it is called Ball Monday, Bright Monday, Renewal…
International Mother Earth Day
International Mother Earth Day is celebrated each year on April 22nd. It is a day to reflect on the importance of our Earth and its life-sustaining ecosystems.