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International Migrants Day

Migrants are workers who move from place to place to do seasonal work. International Migrants Day is dedicated to recognizing the efforts and rights of these workers.

Arabic Language Day

The Arabic language is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is used daily by more than 290 million people.

December Solstice

This day marks the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the shortest day of the year. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is the summer solstice - the longest…

Yalda Festival

Yalda, an ancient Persian festival, is a winter solstice celebration that takes place on the longest and darkest night of the year.

La Noche de los Rábanos, Mexico

La Noche de los Rábanos, or The Night of the Radishes, is an annual tradition in Oaxaca, Mexico for carving festive radishes during the Christmas season. Click here for information.

Christmas

Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is marked by festive traditions, gift-giving, and gatherings with family and friends.

Hanukkah

Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a Jewish celebration that lasts for eight nights (December 25 - January 3, 2024). It commemorates the miracle of the oil…

Boxing Day

Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated on the day after Christmas Day. It is celebrated in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Hong Kong and South Africa. Originally it…

Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa is an annual holiday, celebrated primarily in the United States, affirming African family and social values. It takes place through January 1.

Ōmisoka, Japan

Ōmisoka —or ōtsugomori —is a Japanese traditional celebration on the last day of the year. It is customary for people to clean their homes, eat soba or udon noodles, and bathe…