BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTSTAMP:20260423T230335 CREATED:20251112T055143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T055143Z UID:10000757-1762905600-1791849599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil) DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Aparecida Day honors Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, the patron saint of Brazil. The day commemorates the 1717 discovery of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary by fishermen in the Paraíba River\, which became a symbol of hope and faith. Over centuries\, devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida grew into one of Brazil's most cherished traditions. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Aparecida\, one of the largest churches in the world\, to pay tribute. \nWhen is Lady of Aparecida Day?\nLady of Aparecida Day in Brazil is celebrated on October 12 every year. \nThe following is the list of Lady of Aparecida Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2023Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2024Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2025Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2028Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2029Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2030Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2031Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2034Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2035Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2036Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2040Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2041Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2042Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2045Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2046Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2047Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Lady of Aparecida Day?\nThe devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida began in October 1717\, in the small village of Guaratinguetá\, in the Paraíba Valley of São Paulo state. Local fishermen were struggling to catch fish in the Paraíba River as they prepared for the visit of a regional governor\, Dom Pedro de Almeida e Portugal\, Count of Assumar. \nThree fishermen\, Domingos Garcia\, João Alves\, and Filipe Pedroso\, prayed to the Virgin Mary for help. Casting their nets\, they first pulled up a small clay statue of a headless figure from the river. When they cast their nets again\, they found the missing head. After retrieving and cleaning the statue\, they continued fishing\, and to their astonishment\, their nets filled with fish. \nThe fishermen took this as a miracle\, and word of the event spread quickly. The little dark-skinned clay statue\, later recognized as Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception\, came to be affectionately called Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, meaning "Our Lady Who Appeared". \nThe statue was first kept in the home of Filipe Pedroso\, where neighbors gathered to pray. Reports of miracles and healings attributed to Our Lady of Aparecida multiplied\, and devotion to her spread across the region. In 1745\, a small chapel was built to house the statue\, and by 1834\, a larger church\, the Old Basilica\, was constructed to accommodate growing numbers of pilgrims. \nIn 1904\, Pope Pius X authorized the canonical coronation of Our Lady of Aparecida\, officially recognizing her as a sacred symbol of devotion. Later\, in 1930\, Pope Pius XI declared her the Patroness of Brazil\, cementing her status as a national spiritual figure. \nThe Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida\, built to replace the older church\, began construction in 1955 and was completed in 1980. That same year\, Pope John Paul II visited Brazil and consecrated the new basilica\, recognizing it as one of the largest Marian shrines in the world. In 1980\, the Brazilian government officially established October 12 as a national holiday dedicated to Our Lady of Aparecida\, blending religious reverence with cultural celebration. \nToday\, millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of Aparecida each year\, especially on October 12\, walking\, cycling or even traveling long distances on foot to express devotion and gratitude. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/lady-of-aparecida-day-brazil/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lady-of-Aparecida-Day-Brazil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230335 CREATED:20250712T034834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T043501Z UID:10000383-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Coronation Day in Thailand DESCRIPTION:Coronation Day in Thailand was also known as Wan Chatramongkhon. It commemorates the formal coronation of the reigning monarch and highlights the sacred and historical traditions of the Thai monarchy. \nWhen is Coronation Day?\nCoronation Day is observed annually on May 4. \nThe following is the list of Coronation Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2023Thursday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2024Saturday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2025Sunday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2028Thursday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2029Friday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2030Saturday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2031Sunday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2034Thursday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2035Friday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2036Sunday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2040Friday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2041Saturday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2042Sunday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2045Thursday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2046Friday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2047Saturday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Coronation DayMay 04\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Coronation Day?\nThe tradition of royal coronation in Thailand traces back to the Ayutthaya Kingdom (1350–1767) and was refined during the Rattanakosin era\, starting in 1782 with the founding of the Chakri Dynasty by King Rama I. \nThai coronations incorporate Hindu-Brahmin rituals\, Theravāda Buddhist practices\, and ancient Siamese royal customs\, symbolizing the king's spiritual role as a Dhammaraja (righteous ruler) and protector of the kingdom. \nKing Rama IX (Bhumibol Adulyadej) was officially crowned on May 5\, 1950\, and reigned for 70 years\, from 1946 until his passing in 2016. His coronation was conducted in a grand ceremony rich in Hindu-Buddhist rituals\, symbolizing both spiritual and temporal authority. During his reign\, May 5 was observed annually as Coronation Day in Thailand. \nKing Rama X (Maha Vajiralongkorn) ascended the throne on December 1\, 2016\, and was officially crowned on May 4\, 2019. Beginning in 2020\, the Thai government rescheduled Coronation Day to May 4 to commemorate the date of his formal anointment as king. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/coronation-day-thailand/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Coronation-Day-in-Thailand.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20250917T045937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T013422Z UID:10000584-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:May Bank Holiday (Ireland) DESCRIPTION:The May Bank Holiday in Ireland is rooted in both ancient Celtic Beltane traditions and modern labor rights movements. Today\, it marks the start of summer\, with festivals\, sports and community gatherings across the country. \nWhen is May Bank Holiday?\nMay Bank Holiday is celebrated on the first Monday of May. \nThe following is the list of May Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2021Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2022Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2023Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2024Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2025Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2027Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2028Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2029Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2030Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2031Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2032Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2033Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2034Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2035Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2036Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2038Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2039Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2040Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2041Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2042Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2044Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2045Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2046Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2047Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of May Bank Holiday?\nLong before it was a bank holiday\, May 1st (May Day) was celebrated in Ireland as Bealtaine (Beltane). It marked the start of summer in the Celtic calendar. Bealtaine was one of the four great Celtic fire festivals (alongside Samhain\, Imbolc\, and Lughnasadh). \nAcross Europe\, May Day also became associated with workers' rights and the labor movement in the 19th century. It honored struggles for fair working conditions\, especially the 8-hour workday. \nWhile Ireland had deep folk traditions for May 1st\, the political side of May Day (marches and union rallies) also became important in cities like Dublin. \nIreland officially introduced the May Bank Holiday in 1994. Set for the first Monday in May\, it provided a long weekend for workers and families. \nThis modern bank holiday merged the ancient festival spirit of Bealtaine with the contemporary labor associations of May Day. Today\, the May Bank Holiday is seen as the unofficial start of summer. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/may-bank-holiday-ireland/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/May-Bank-Holiday-Ireland.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20250929T050122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T050122Z UID:10000604-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:St. Florian's Day DESCRIPTION:St. Florian's Day is one of Upper Austria's most meaningful regional feast days. It honors St. Florian\, the patron saint of the region and of firefighters\, through religious pilgrimages to St. Florian Monastery\, firefighter ceremonies and community festivals\, keeping alive traditions that date back to the early Middle Ages. \nWhen is St. Florian's Day?\nSt. Florian's Day is celebrated every year on May 4. \nThe following is the list of St. Florian's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2021Tuesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2021Tuesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2022Wednesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2023Thursday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2024Saturday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2025Sunday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2027Tuesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2028Thursday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2029Friday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2030Saturday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2031Sunday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2032Tuesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2033Wednesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2034Thursday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2035Friday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2036Sunday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2038Tuesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2039Wednesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2040Friday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2041Saturday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2042Sunday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2044Wednesday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2045Thursday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2046Friday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2047Saturday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n St. Florian's DayMay 04\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of St. Florian's Day?\nBorn around 250 AD\, Florian served as a Roman officer in Noricum (a Roman province covering much of present-day Upper Austria). During Emperor Diocletian's persecutions of Christians\, Florian was ordered to renounce his faith. He refused\, was arrested\, and executed by being drowned in the Enns River with a heavy stone tied around his neck around the year 304 AD. He was quickly venerated as a martyr\, and his story spread across Central Europe. \nEarly Christians in the region preserved Florian's relics\, and his tomb became a pilgrimage site. Stories of miracles\, especially related to protection from fire and floods\, strengthened his reputation. Devotion to St. Florian spread beyond Austria into Bavaria\, Poland\, and Hungary. \nA monastery was built near the site of his martyrdom\, known today as St. Florian Monastery\, one of the oldest monastic sites in Austria. \nBy the 11th century\, it became a major pilgrimage destination. The monastery later grew into a Baroque landmark and remains the spiritual heart of his veneration. \nFrom the Middle Ages onward\, St. Florian became associated with protection against fire\, floods\, and natural disasters. He was named patron saint of firefighters\, chimney sweeps\, brewers\, and Austria's Upper Austria region. \nHis image\, pouring water over a burning house\, became widespread on houses\, barns\, and public buildings as a protective symbol. \nIn Upper Austria\, it became a deeply rooted regional tradition tied to both religious ceremonies and community identity. \nSince the 19th century\, fire brigades have played a central role in celebrations\, with parades\, blessings of equipment and remembrance ceremonies. Today\, the Austrian Fire Service considers May 4 not only St. Florian's Day but also the official Firefighters' Day. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/st-florians-day/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/St.-Florians-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20251002T021146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T025102Z UID:10000617-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Early May Bank Holiday (IOM) DESCRIPTION:The Early May Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man (IOM) is providing a springtime long weekend. It reflects wider British and European traditions linked to May Day and International Workers' Day\, and is marked locally with community fairs\, family activities\, and a seasonal break. \nWhen is the Early May Bank Holiday?\nThe Early May Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man is observed on the first Monday in May. \nThe following is the list of the Early May Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2021Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2022Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2023Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2024Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2025Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2027Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2028Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2029Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2030Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2031Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2032Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2033Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2034Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2035Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2036Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2038Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2039Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2040Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2041Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2042Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2044Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2045Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2046Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2047Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Early May Bank Holiday?\nThe holiday has its roots in the ancient May Day festivals\, celebrated across Europe to mark the arrival of summer. These festivals included dancing\, fairs and community gatherings. \nMay Day also became associated with workers' rights in the late 19th and early 20th centuries\, particularly after the labor movements of the 1880s and the recognition of International Workers' Day on May 1. \nIn 1978\, the UK government introduced the Early May Bank Holiday\, fixed to the first Monday in May\, giving workers a guaranteed long weekend. \nThe Isle of Man\, while self-governing\, aligned many of its bank holidays with the UK\, and the Early May Bank Holiday was adopted on the island around the same time. \nUnlike distinctly Manx holidays such as Tynwald Day or the TT Bank Holiday\, the Early May Bank Holiday does not have unique Isle of Man traditions. \nInstead\, it reflects broader seasonal and labor-related observances\, often marked by spring fairs\, leisure activities and family time. \nToday\, the Early May Bank Holiday remains a modern addition to the Isle of Man's calendar\, offering a spring break and connecting the island to wider British and European traditions of celebrating the start of summer and honoring workers. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/may-bank-holiday-iom/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Early-May-Bank-Holiday-IOM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20251004T184237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T184237Z UID:10000644-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Early May Bank Holiday (Jersey) DESCRIPTION:The Early May Bank Holiday in Jersey marks the arrival of spring and offering islanders a well-earned break. Rooted in ancient May Day traditions and later tied to the workers' rights movement\, it has evolved into a non-political holiday focused on rest\, community\, and enjoying Jersey's natural beauty. Many residents spend the long weekend outdoors—walking along beaches\, attending local fairs\, or welcoming the start of the summer season. \nWhen is the Early May Bank Holiday?\nThe Early May Bank Holiday in Jersey is celebrated on the first Monday in May. \nThe following is the list of the Early May Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2021Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2022Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2023Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2024Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2025Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2027Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2028Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2029Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2030Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2031Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2032Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2033Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2034Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2035Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2036Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2038Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2039Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2040Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2041Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 05\, 2042Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 02\, 2044Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 01\, 2045Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 07\, 2046Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 06\, 2047Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Early May Bank HolidayMay 03\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Early May Bank Holiday?\nThe Early May Bank Holiday traces its roots to May Day\, an ancient European spring festival celebrating the arrival of warmer weather\, fertility\, and the renewal of nature. Traditional customs included maypole dancing\, crowning the May Queen\, and village gatherings. \nBy the late 19th century\, May 1 also became associated with International Workers' Day\, a global commemoration of labor rights inspired by the 1886 Haymarket affair in Chicago. Across Europe\, including the British Isles\, it symbolized workers' solidarity and the movement for fair wages and shorter hours. \nIn 1978\, the United Kingdom officially established the Early May Bank Holiday as a national public holiday\, held on the first Monday in May. As a Crown Dependency\, Jersey adopted this public holiday into its own calendar around the same time\, aligning with the UK's schedule but observing it under local jurisdiction. \nWhile its origins are rooted in the labor movement\, the Early May Bank Holiday in Jersey gradually lost its political focus. Instead\, it evolved into a celebration of springtime\, outdoor leisure\, and the start of the island's tourist season. \nToday\, the Early May Bank Holiday is seen as a non-political spring holiday in Jersey\, a time to rest\, enjoy the outdoors\, and mark the transition from spring to summer. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/early-may-bank-holiday-jersey/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Early-May-Bank-Holiday-Jersey.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20251010T044914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T044914Z UID:10000690-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Independence Restoration Day (Latvia) DESCRIPTION:Independence Restoration Day in Latvia commemorates the 1990 declaration restoring Latvia's independence from Soviet rule\, honoring the nation's courage\, unity and peaceful path toward freedom and democracy. \nWhen is Independence Restoration Day?\nIndependence Restoration Day in Latvia is celebrated on May 4 every year. \nThe following is the list of Independence Restoration Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2023Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2024Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2025Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2028Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2029Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2030Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2031Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2034Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2035Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2036Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2040Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2041Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2042Sunday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2045Thursday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2046Friday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2047Saturday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Independence Restoration DayMay 04\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Independence Restoration Day?\nLatvia first gained independence on November 18\, 1918\, following World War I and the collapse of the Russian Empire. However\, this independence was short-lived. \nIn June 1940\, under the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union\, Latvia was occupied and annexed by the USSR. The following decades brought mass deportations\, political repression\, and suppression of Latvian culture and identity. \nBy the late 1980s\, the Soviet Union began to weaken. These reforms gave rise to national movements across the Baltic States (Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania) calling for greater autonomy and eventually full independence. \nIn Latvia\, the Popular Front of Latvia\, founded in 1988\, became the main political force advocating for sovereignty. The movement emphasized peaceful protest\, national unity\, and cultural revival\, symbolized by the restoration of the Latvian flag\, language\, and songs of freedom. \nOn August 23\, 1989\, approximately two million people from Latvia\, Lithuania\, and Estonia joined hands to form a 600-kilometer human chain known as the Baltic Way\, spanning from Vilnius to Tallinn. \nOn May 4\, 1990\, the Supreme Council of the Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic convened in Riga and passed the Declaration "On the Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia". The document declared that Latvia's 1940 annexation by the USSR was illegal\, and it restored the authority of the 1922 Latvian Constitution. \nAlthough the May 4 declaration marked the legal restoration of independence\, the transition was gradual. The Soviet Union initially refused to recognize the declaration\, and tensions escalated throughout 1990–1991. After the failed Moscow coup in August 1991\, Latvia finally regained full de facto independence on August 21\, 1991\, completing the process that began on May 4\, 1990. \nIndependence Restoration Day is one of Latvia's most important civic observances\, symbolizing peaceful resistance\, national unity and the triumph of democracy. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/independence-restoration-day-latvia/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independence-Restoration-Day-Latvia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20251015T041021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T041113Z UID:10000720-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Greenery Day (Japan) DESCRIPTION:Greenery Day in Japan honors nature\, the environment and the appreciation of living things. Originally observed on April 29 to commemorate Emperor Shōwa's love of nature\, it was moved to May 4 in 2007. On this day\, people visit parks\, gardens and forests\, enjoying outdoor activities and reflecting on the importance of environmental preservation and harmony with nature. \nWhen is Greenery Day?\nGreenery Day in Japan is observed on May 04 each year. \nThe following is the list of Greenery Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2023Thursday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2024Saturday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2025Sunday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2028Thursday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2029Friday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2030Saturday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2031Sunday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2034Thursday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2035Friday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2036Sunday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2040Friday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2041Saturday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2042Sunday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2045Thursday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2046Friday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2047Saturday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Greenery DayMay 04\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Greenery Day?\nGreenery Day is a national holiday in Japan dedicated to the appreciation of nature and the environment. Its origins are closely tied to Emperor Shōwa (Hirohito) and Japan's postwar history. \nOriginally\, April 29 was celebrated as Emperor Shōwa's Birthday during his reign (1926–1989). After his death\, the day was renamed Greenery Day in 1989\, to honor the late emperor's deep love of nature\, particularly his interest in botany and marine biology\, without directly referencing his wartime legacy. The intent was to retain the holiday while shifting its focus toward environmental appreciation and peace. \nIn 2007\, Greenery Day was officially moved to May 4\, as part of the reorganization of Japan's Golden Week holidays. April 29 was renamed Shōwa Day\, allowing people to reflect on the turbulent yet transformative Shōwa era. \nToday\, Greenery Day encourages people to spend time outdoors\, plant trees\, and cherish Japan's natural beauty. It also symbolizes the nation's ongoing respect for environmental harmony and sustainable living\, aligning with Japan's cultural reverence for nature found in Shinto and Buddhist traditions. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/greenery-day-japan/ CATEGORIES:Memorial Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Greenery-Day-Japan.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260423T230336 CREATED:20251103T014109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T014109Z UID:10000734-1777852800-1777939199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Labour Day (Antigua and Barbuda) DESCRIPTION:Labour Day in Antigua and Barbuda recognizes the efforts that shaped the nation's social and economic progress. It features vibrant parades\, union marches and political rallies. The holiday blends advocacy and celebration\, reflecting both the country's proud labour heritage and its joyful Caribbean spirit. \nWhen is Labour Day?\nLabour Day in Antigua and Barbuda is celebrated on the first Monday in May every year. \nThe following is the list of Labour Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Labour DayMay 04\, 2020Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 03\, 2021Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 02\, 2022Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 01\, 2023Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 06\, 2024Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 05\, 2025Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 04\, 2026Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 03\, 2027Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 01\, 2028Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 07\, 2029Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 06\, 2030Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 05\, 2031Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 03\, 2032Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 02\, 2033Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 01\, 2034Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 07\, 2035Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 05\, 2036Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 04\, 2037Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 03\, 2038Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 02\, 2039Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 07\, 2040Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 06\, 2041Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 05\, 2042Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 04\, 2043Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 02\, 2044Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 01\, 2045Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 07\, 2046Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 06\, 2047Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 04\, 2048Monday \n \n Labour DayMay 03\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Labour Day?\nLabour Day in Antigua and Barbuda has deep roots in the nation's struggle for workers' rights and social justice. Its origins date back to the early 20th century\, when labourers\, particularly sugar estate workers\, faced harsh working conditions\, long hours and low wages under colonial rule. These hardships gave rise to one of the Caribbean's earliest and most influential labour movements. \nIn the 1930s and 1940s\, the call for better wages and fair treatment grew stronger. The formation of the Antigua Trades and Labour Union (ATLU) in 1939\, led by Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Sr.\, marked a turning point. The ATLU became a powerful voice for the working class and played a major role in shaping both the country's labour policies and its political future. \nThe first Labour Day celebration took place on May 1\, 1951\, when workers took the day off and gathered for marches and speeches demanding recognition of their rights. Their determination prompted the government to formally designate Labour Day as a public holiday soon after\, making Antigua and Barbuda one of the first Caribbean nations to do so. \nOver time\, the day evolved beyond its union roots into a broader celebration of national unity\, workers' contributions\, and political expression. It remains a day for rallies\, speeches\, parades\, and family festivities\, often featuring performances and beach events. \nToday\, Labour Day continues to honour the sacrifices and achievements of the workers who helped build modern Antigua and Barbuda\, standing as both a tribute to the island's labour pioneers and a reminder of the ongoing pursuit of social and economic equality. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/labour-day-antigua-and-barbuda/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Labour-Day-Antigua-and-Barbuda.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR