Historical Holiday
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.
Sarawak Day
Sarawak Day is a public holiday celebrated annually to commemorate the day in 1963 when Sarawak gained self-governance from British colonial rule. It is a significant occasion for the people of Sarawak to reflect on their unique identity and history as one of Malaysia's founding states.
Republic Day in Tunisia
Republic Day in Tunisia is to commemorate the abolition of the monarchy and the declaration of the Republic of Tunisia in 1957. It marks the transformation of the country from a constitutional monarchy under the Bey of Tunis into a modern republic, with Habib Bourguiba becoming the first President.
Emancipation Day (TCI)
Emancipation Day in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) is a public holiday that commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. It serves as a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of freedom, cultural resilience, and the enduring legacy of the enslaved African people and their descendants.
British Columbia Day
British Columbia Day is a public holiday in the province of British Columbia, Canada. It is part of the larger Civic Holiday observed in many parts of Canada.
New Brunswick Day
New Brunswick Day is a provincial holiday celebrated in New Brunswick, Canada. Like other Civic Holidays across Canada, New Brunswick Day is an opportunity for residents to celebrate their province’s unique heritage, culture and achievements.
Saskatchewan Day
Saskatchewan Day is observed annually as a provincial holiday in Saskatchewan, Canada. It is part of the broader Civic Holiday tradition across Canada, though its specific focus and celebrations vary by province.
Victory Day in Rhode Island
Victory Day is a state holiday in Rhode Island. It commemorates the victory of Allied forces over Japan during World War II, marking the end of the war in the Pacific and the broader conclusion of World War II.