Events
Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil)
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.
Gibraltar National Day
Gibraltar National Day marks the anniversary of the 1967 sovereignty referendum, when Gibraltarians voted overwhelmingly to remain under British sovereignty rather than join Spain. The day is a powerful expression of Gibraltar’s identity, unity and self-determination. National Day reflects the pride and resilience of the Gibraltarian people, honoring their right to decide their own future and celebrating their close ties to the United Kingdom.