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: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:20260413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 CREATED:20250712T032839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T044232Z UID:10000382-1776038400-1776297599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Songkran DESCRIPTION:Songkran is the traditional Thai New Year festival. 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. \nWhen is Songkran?\nSongkran is celebrated annually from April 13 to 15\, though festivities often extend longer in different regions. \nThe following is the list of Songkran from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayStart DateEnd Date\n\n\n\n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2020Apr 15\, 2020 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2021Apr 15\, 2021 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2022Apr 15\, 2022 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2023Apr 15\, 2023 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2024Apr 15\, 2024 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2025Apr 15\, 2025 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2026Apr 15\, 2026 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2027Apr 15\, 2027 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2028Apr 15\, 2028 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2029Apr 15\, 2029 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2030Apr 15\, 2030 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2031Apr 15\, 2031 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2032Apr 15\, 2032 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2033Apr 15\, 2033 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2034Apr 15\, 2034 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2035Apr 15\, 2035 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2036Apr 15\, 2036 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2037Apr 15\, 2037 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2038Apr 15\, 2038 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2039Apr 15\, 2039 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2040Apr 15\, 2040 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2041Apr 15\, 2041 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2042Apr 15\, 2042 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2043Apr 15\, 2043 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2044Apr 15\, 2044 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2045Apr 15\, 2045 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2046Apr 15\, 2046 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2047Apr 15\, 2047 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2048Apr 15\, 2048 \n \n SongkranApr 13\, 2049Apr 15\, 2049 \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Songkran?\nThe term "Songkran" is derived from the Sanskrit word Saṅkrānti\, meaning "astrological transition"\, specifically\, the sun's entry into a new zodiac sign. In this case\, Songkran marks the sun's movement into Aries\, signaling the solar new year in many South and Southeast Asian cultures. \nSongkran has been celebrated in Thailand for centuries\, likely beginning during the Sukhothai or early Ayutthaya periods (13th–15th centuries). The festival originated as a seasonal and spiritual observance: a time to honor ancestors\, clean homes\, wash Buddha images\, and visit temples. \nIt reflected a combination of Hindu solar calendar traditions\, Buddhist merit-making practices\, and agricultural cycles tied to the end of the dry season. \nStarting in the 20th century\, especially post-1950s\, Songkran evolved into a nationwide festival\, with playful water fights emerging as the most recognizable symbol. \nSongkran bridges past and present\, maintaining its deep historical and cultural roots while embracing joyful\, inclusive celebration. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/songkran/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Songkran.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 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:20260421T224323 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:20260511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 CREATED:20250712T041338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T042816Z UID:10000384-1778457600-1778543999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Royal Ploughing Ceremony DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen is Royal Ploughing Ceremony?\nRoyal Ploughing Ceremony varies each May\, and it is determined annually by royal astrologers and Brahmin priests. \nThe following is the list of Royal Ploughing Ceremony from 2020 to 2029. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 11\, 2020Monday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 10\, 2021Monday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 13\, 2022Friday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 11\, 2023Thursday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 06\, 2024Monday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 09\, 2025Friday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 11\, 2026Monday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 20\, 2027Thursday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 12\, 2028Friday \n \n Royal Ploughing CeremonyMay 01\, 2029Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Royal Ploughing Ceremony?\nThe Royal Ploughing Ceremony has origins dating back over 2\,500 years\, with similar rituals found in India\, Cambodia\, Myanmar\, and Sri Lanka. It was introduced to Thailand during the Sukhothai period and formalized in the Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin eras. \nThe ceremony consists of two parts Phuetcha Mongkhon Ceremony (Buddhist) and Raek Na Khwan Ceremony (Brahmin/Hindu). \n– Phuetcha Mongkhon Ceremony (Buddhist) was held in the Grand Palace\, where monks bless rice seeds to be used during the ploughing rite. \n– Raek Na Khwan Ceremony (Brahmin/Hindu) was held at Sanam Luang\, and it features symbolic ploughing by royal representatives and sacred oxen. \nThe ceremony was discontinued in the 1920s\, and it was revived in 1960 by King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) to reestablish the monarchy-agriculture bond. Since then\, it has been overseen by the King or Crown Prince\, conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture\, and televised nationwide. \nRitual Details: \nThe Lord of the Ceremony (a high-ranking official) performs a ceremonial ploughing of the field using a golden plough pulled by sacred white oxen. \nThe oxen are offered trays of food: rice\, corn\, beans\, grass\, water and alcohol. The choice of food they eat is believed to predict the coming season's agricultural fortune. \nBlessed rice seeds are then sown by court officials as a symbol of abundance. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/royal-ploughing-ceremony/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Royal-Ploughing-Ceremony.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 CREATED:20250702T040154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T041142Z UID:10000338-1779062400-1779148799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Constitution and Flag Day DESCRIPTION:Constitution and Flag Day is a national public holiday in Turkmenistan\, and it marks two significant events in Turkmenistan's national identity: the adoption of the Constitution of Turkmenistan and the celebration of the national flag. \nWhen is Constitution and Flag Day?\nConstitution and Flag Day is celebrated every year on May 18. \nThe following is the list of Constitution and Flag Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2020Monday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2023Thursday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2024Saturday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2025Sunday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2026Monday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2028Thursday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2029Friday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2030Saturday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2031Sunday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2034Thursday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2035Friday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2036Sunday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2037Monday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2040Friday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2041Saturday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2042Sunday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2043Monday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2045Thursday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2046Friday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2047Saturday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2048Monday \n \n Constitution and Flag DayMay 18\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Constitution and Flag Day?\nConstitution Day: \nAfter gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991\, Turkmenistan needed to establish its own legal and political framework as a sovereign state. \nOn May 18\, 1992\, Turkmenistan adopted its first independent Constitution. This constitution defined the structure of government\, citizens' rights and freedoms\, and the principles of neutrality and sovereignty. \nThe 1992 Constitution marked Turkmenistan's official transition from Soviet rule to an independent republic\, affirming the country's political and legal identity. \nSince then\, May 18 has been observed as Constitution Day\, celebrating statehood and the rule of law. \nFlag Day: \nTurkmenistan adopted its national flag on February 19\, 1992\, soon after independence. For several years\, February 19 was celebrated as National Flag Day. \nIn 2018\, the Turkmen government decided to combine Constitution Day (May 18) and Flag Day (February 19) into a single national holiday celebrated on May 18. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/constitution-and-flag-day/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Constitution-and-Flag-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 CREATED:20251002T021032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T025104Z UID:10000618-1779667200-1779753599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Spring Bank Holiday (IOM) DESCRIPTION:The Spring Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man (IOM) is offering a seasonal long weekend. Introduced to replace Whit Monday\, it is a public holiday marked by leisure\, family activities\, and often coincides with preparations for the world-famous TT Races. \nWhen is the Spring Bank Holiday?\nThe Spring Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man is observed on the last Monday in May. \nThe following is the list of the Spring Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 25\, 2020Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 31\, 2021Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 30\, 2022Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 29\, 2023Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 27\, 2024Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 26\, 2025Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 25\, 2026Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 31\, 2027Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 29\, 2028Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 28\, 2029Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 27\, 2030Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 26\, 2031Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 31\, 2032Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 30\, 2033Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 29\, 2034Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 28\, 2035Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 26\, 2036Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 25\, 2037Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 31\, 2038Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 30\, 2039Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 28\, 2040Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 27\, 2041Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 26\, 2042Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 25\, 2043Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 30\, 2044Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 29\, 2045Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 28\, 2046Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 27\, 2047Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 25\, 2048Monday \n \n Spring Bank HolidayMay 31\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Spring Bank Holiday?\nTraditionally\, the late spring holiday in the Isle of Man\, as in the UK\, was Whit Monday (the day after Pentecost)\, which varied each year according to the church calendar. Whit Monday was a long-standing Christian holiday observed for centuries across the British Isles. \nIn the 1960s\, the UK sought to modernize its holiday system by fixing dates to provide predictable long weekends rather than relying on movable feasts. \nIn 1967\, the UK officially replaced Whit Monday with the Spring Bank Holiday\, celebrated on the last Monday in May. The Isle of Man\, though self-governing\, mirrored this change to keep its bank holiday calendar broadly aligned with the UK. \nThe Spring Bank Holiday became an established public holiday on the island in the late 1960s/early 1970s. It did not carry specific Manx traditions like Tynwald Day or the TT Bank Holiday\, but it quickly became an important seasonal break. \nToday\, the Spring Bank Holiday continues to serve as a modern holiday of convenience rather than a traditional festival\, offering a pause at the start of summer. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/spring-bank-holiday-iom/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Spring-Bank-Holiday-IOM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602 DTSTAMP:20260421T224323 CREATED:20250918T015704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T015704Z UID:10000585-1780272000-1780358399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:June Bank Holiday DESCRIPTION:The June Bank Holiday in Ireland was established in 1973 to give people a summer holiday weekend. Today\, it is celebrated with sports\, festivals\, travel and outdoor activities\, marking the true start of the Irish summer season. \nWhen is June Bank Holiday?\nJune Bank Holiday is celebrated on the first Monday of June. \nThe following is the list of June Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n June Bank HolidayJun 01\, 2020Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 07\, 2021Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 06\, 2022Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 05\, 2023Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 03\, 2024Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 02\, 2025Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 01\, 2026Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 07\, 2027Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 05\, 2028Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 04\, 2029Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 03\, 2030Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 02\, 2031Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 07\, 2032Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 06\, 2033Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 05\, 2034Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 04\, 2035Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 02\, 2036Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 01\, 2037Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 07\, 2038Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 06\, 2039Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 04\, 2040Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 03\, 2041Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 02\, 2042Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 01\, 2043Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 06\, 2044Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 05\, 2045Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 04\, 2046Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 03\, 2047Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 01\, 2048Monday \n \n June Bank HolidayJun 07\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of June Bank Holiday?\nThe June Bank Holiday is one of Ireland's more modern public holidays. It was first established in 1973 by the Irish government. Its purpose was to provide a designated summer holiday weekend for workers and families. \nBefore 1973\, Ireland's older public holidays were mainly linked to religious feast days (e.g.\, St. Patrick's Day\, St. Stephen's Day) or ancient seasonal traditions (e.g.\, May Day/Bealtaine). \nThe June holiday was created to give people a break at the start of summer\, align Ireland more closely with UK and European bank holiday practices\, where summer long weekends were already common\, and support tourism\, sports and festivals\, especially as June is the beginning of Ireland's busiest outdoor season. \nSince its introduction\, the June Bank Holiday has become strongly associated with sports\, festivals and community events. Unlike older holidays\, it does not carry a religious or nationalist meaning\, it is purely a civic and leisure holiday. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/june-bank-holiday/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/June-Bank-Holiday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTSTAMP:20260421T224324 CREATED:20250819T050356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T050557Z UID:10000432-1781913600-1781999999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Midsummer Day Sweden DESCRIPTION:Midsummer Day in Sweden is rooted in solstice traditions. It is one of Sweden's most cherished holidays\, marking the arrival of summer. The highlight is Midsummer Eve\, with maypole dancing\, flower wreaths\, traditional foods like herring and strawberries\, and folklore rituals. \nWhen is Midsummer Day?\nMidsummer Day in Sweden is celebrated on the Saturday between June 20–26. \nThe following is the list of Midsummer Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Midsummer DayJun 20\, 2020Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 26\, 2021Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 25\, 2022Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 24\, 2023Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 22\, 2024Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 21\, 2025Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 20\, 2026Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 26\, 2027Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 24\, 2028Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 23\, 2029Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 22\, 2030Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 21\, 2031Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 26\, 2032Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 25\, 2033Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 24\, 2034Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 23\, 2035Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 21\, 2036Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 20\, 2037Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 26\, 2038Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 25\, 2039Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 23\, 2040Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 22\, 2041Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 21\, 2042Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 20\, 2043Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 25\, 2044Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 24\, 2045Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 23\, 2046Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 22\, 2047Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 20\, 2048Saturday \n \n Midsummer DayJun 26\, 2049Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Midsummer Day?\nMidsummer in Sweden began as ancient fertility and solstice rituals\, later blended with Christian traditions. Over centuries\, it evolved into a uniquely Swedish holiday with maypole dancing\, flower wreaths\, folklore\, and festive meals. \nMidsummer celebrations date back to pagan times\, connected to the summer solstice and fertility rituals. People believed that nature was at its most powerful during the longest day of the year. Plants and herbs gathered on Midsummer Eve were thought to have strong healing and magical properties. \nWith Christianity\, Midsummer was associated with the Nativity of St. John the Baptist (June 24). The church tried to Christianize the existing solstice festivities by linking them to a religious feast day. \nBy the 16th century\, Midsummer was one of the most important popular festivals in Sweden. The maypole became a central tradition (likely introduced from Germany in the late Middle Ages). \nIn 1900s\, Midsummer became increasingly tied to national identity and rural heritage\, celebrated as a symbol of Swedish culture. \nIn 1953\, Sweden standardized Midsummer celebrations by moving Midsummer Day to the Saturday between June 20–26\, instead of June 24. This allowed for a consistent long holiday weekend. \nToday\, it is second only to Christmas in importance and marks the start of the summer holiday season. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/midsummer-day-sweden/ CATEGORIES:Celebration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Midsummer-Day-Sweden.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR