Carnival Monday in Uruguay is part of the country’s long-standing Carnival tradition, which traces its roots back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Carnival Monday in Venezuela is a vibrant national holiday, and it is part of the larger Carnival festivities. The holiday traces its roots back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

The Winter Midterm Bank Holiday in Gibraltar is observed on the third Monday of February, offering a short midterm break during the winter school term. It provides students, teachers and families with a chance to rest and recharge before the spring season. Though not linked to a historical event, the holiday gives residents a peaceful pause during the cooler months of the year.

Carnival Tuesday in Venezuela is the final day of the country’s two-day official Carnival holiday, following Carnival Monday and immediately preceding Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of Lent in the Christian calendar.

Carnival Tuesday in Uruguay is the day following Carnival Monday, celebrated just before Ash Wednesday, marking the end of the Carnival season and the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar.

In Suriname, Holi, known as Phagwa, is celebrated with color throwing, drumming and Chowtal singing, making it one of the country's most joyful national holidays. Introduced by Indian indentured laborers in the 19th century, it has grown into a multicultural festival of unity.

International Women's Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8, holds significant historical and cultural importance in Uzbekistan. Its observance reflects a blend of Soviet-era influences and contemporary efforts to recognize and empower women in Uzbek society.

Youth Day in Zambia is a public holiday dedicated to honoring the achievements and role of young people in national development.

Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year festival, , though festivities often extend longer in different regions. It is one of the most important and joyful festivals in Thailand, famous worldwide for its water-splashing celebrations, but deeply rooted in Buddhist customs, family rituals and cultural renewal.

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.

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.

The Royal Ploughing Ceremony is an ancient Thai tradition held each year in May, marking the beginning of the rice-growing season. The ceremony blends Hindu and Buddhist rituals, symbolizing prosperity, good harvests, and the close relationship between the Thai monarchy and agriculture.