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.
Hina Matsuri
Hina Matsuri is a Japanese celebration also called Doll's Day, Doll Festival, Festival of Dolls, or Girls' Festival. People pray for the health and happiness of girls. Click HERE for…
World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day was proposed by Thailand to celebrate and raise awareness of the world's wild fauna (animals) and flora (plants).
International Women’s Day
International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8th. The focal point for this day is to empower women around the world. In some countries, it is a day…
Harriet Tubman Day
Harriet Tubman Day is an American holiday in honor of the anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman, observed on March 10 every year.
Mothering Sunday
In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Mothering Sunday (also known as Mothering Day) is a day for honoring mothers. It takes place exactly three weeks before Easter Sunday.