Elephant Round-Up, Thailand
The Surin Elephant Round-up is held every year in Thailand during the third weekend of November. Activities include elephants parading through the streets, partaking in the famous “elephant breakfast” and demonstrations, games,…
International Day for Tolerance
The International Day for Tolerance is for educating people about the need for tolerance and the harm of intolerance.
World Toilet Day
World Toilet Day is an international observance day to inspire action to tackle the global sanitation crisis.
Universal Children’s Day
Universal Children's Day is celebrated to promote international togetherness and awareness among children worldwide. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) promotes and coordinates the day, which also works towards improving…
Monkey Buffet Festival
The Monkey Buffet Festival takes place every year in Lopburi, Thailand. During the festival, people offer fruits, vegetables, and candies to the monkeys that live around the ancient temple of Phra…
Thanksgiving, United States
Thanksgiving is celebrated in the U.S. on the fourth Thursday in November. It is a day to give thanks for the autumn harvest and other blessings.
Native American Heritage Day
Native American Heritage Day, observed on the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, honors the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native American peoples.
Make a Gift Day
Make a Gift Day encourages people to lovingly hand craft holiday gifts for their loved ones.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities was created to promote the rights and well-being of people with disabilities and to increase awareness of their situation in all aspects of life.…
International Volunteer Day
International Volunteer Day promotes volunteerism and encourages governments to support volunteer efforts both locally and nationally.