D-Day
D-Day is observed in the U.S. in memory of the Normandy landings in France on June 6, 1944, in which American soldiers and other Allied forces fought to end World War…
World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day is dedicated to honoring, protecting, and conserving our oceans.
Dragon Boat Festival, China
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu or Tuen Ng Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday. Celebrated with dragon boat races, zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), and the hanging of…
Anne Frank’s Birthday
Anne Frank (1929-1945), a young Jewish girl, and her family moved to the Netherlands from Germany after Adolf Hitler and the Nazis came to power there in 1933. In 1942,…
Flag Day, United States
Flag Day in the U.S. commemorates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the country in 1777. The day is an occasion to honor and…
Father’s Day
Father's Day is a celebration of fathers. In many countries, including the United States, it is celebrated on the third Sunday of June.
International Picnic Day
International Picnic Day encourages people to enjoy the outdoors and share a meal in a picnic setting with friends and family. It's a day to appreciate nature, good food, and…
Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It marks the day in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that…
World Refugee Day
World Refugee Day aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by refugees and displaced persons. The day seeks to promote empathy, understanding, and support for the millions of people…
International Day of Yoga
International Day of Yoga is a day to promote yoga as a way to improve mental and physical health. Click HERE for Yoga Activities for Kids and Grownups