Events
Indigenous Resistance Day
Indigenous Resistance Day (Día de la Resistencia Indígena) is a national public holiday in Venezuela. It commemorates the struggles and resilience of Indigenous peoples against European colonization, particularly following the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492.
Day of the Race
Day of the Race (Día de la Raza) is a holiday observed in many Latin American countries, Spain, and the United States to commemorate the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. It recognizes the historic encounter between Europe and the Americas, a moment that profoundly shaped the course of world history.
National Day Spain
Spain’s National Day Spain’s National Day on October 12 marks the anniversary of Columbus’s 1492 voyage. Today, it symbolizes Spanish unity, culture, and global ties, though it also invites reflection on Spain’s colonial past.
Lotu a Tamaiti
Lotu a Tamaiti translates to "Children’s Worship", and the holiday is also called White Sunday. It is a day dedicated to honoring children, recognizing their place in families, churches and Samoan society.