Historical Holiday
Constitution Day (Ukraine)
Constitution Day in Ukraine commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of Ukraine in 1996, which established the country’s legal foundation, democratic values, and independent statehood following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Canada Day
Canada Day is to mark the anniversary of the Confederation of Canada, which occurred on July 1, 1867. It is a national holiday and a day of celebration, reflection and pride for Canadians across the country and around the world.
Emancipation Day (US Virgin Islands)
Emancipation Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands commemorates the abolition of slavery in the former Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands) in 1848. This historic day marks a powerful moment of liberation and resistance, especially for the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.
Independence Day (Venezuela)
Independence Day in Venezuela commemorates the day in 1811 when Venezuela became the first South American nation to formally declare independence from Spain, initiating a long and transformative struggle for sovereignty.
George Town World Heritage City Day
George Town World Heritage City Day is an annual celebration in Penang, Malaysia, commemorating the designation of George Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on July 7, 2008. This recognition highlights the city's exceptional historical and cultural significance.
Nunavut Day
Nunavut Day is celebrated annually to commemorate the creation of Nunavut, Canada’s newest and largest territory. This day honors the signing of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, which led to the official establishment of Nunavut as a separate territory on April 1, 1999.
Orangemen's Day
Orangemen's Day, also known as The Twelfth, is a holiday celebrated by members of the Orange Order, a Protestant fraternal organization. The day commemorates the Battle of the Boyne, a significant historical event in Ireland.
Bastille Day
Bastille Day is the National Day of France, commemorating the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris on July 14, 1789, a key event that marked the start of the French Revolution.
Ukrainian Statehood Day
Ukrainian Statehood Day is a relatively new national holiday, officially established in 2022, to honor the millennium-old history of Ukrainian statehood, culture, language and identity.
Democracy and National Unity Day
Democracy and National Unity Day is a national public holiday in Turkey. It commemorates the defeat of the 2016 attempted coup d’état and honors the civilians and soldiers who lost their lives resisting the putsch. The day is marked by patriotic ceremonies and a strong emphasis on the importance of democracy and national unity.