Labour Day in Australia is a public holiday that honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement, particularly the establishment of the eight-hour workday. The holiday is observed on different dates across Australian states and territories.

Independence Day in Uganda marks the day in 1962 when Uganda gained independence from British colonial rule, becoming a sovereign nation after nearly 70 years under British administration.

Thanksgiving Day in Canada is a national holiday dedicated to giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. The day is marked by family gatherings, feasts, and expressions of gratitude.

Puerto Rico Friendship Day is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This holiday was officially established in 1964 to honor the cultural, historical, and familial ties between Puerto Ricans and Virgin Islanders.

Alaska Day is a state holiday in Alaska to commemorate the formal transfer of Alaska from Russian to U.S. ownership. This event marked the culmination of the Alaska Purchase and a significant milestone in American history.

Nevada Day is an annual state holiday celebrated in Nevada to commemorate the state’s admission to the United States as the 36th state on October 31, 1864. The holiday is a celebration of Nevada’s history, culture, and heritage, featuring various community events and festivities.

Melbourne Cup Day is one of Australia's most celebrated sporting events, held at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, Victoria. It is a 3200-meter (2-mile) race for thoroughbred horses aged three years and older, with a prize pool exceeding $8 million AUD.

National Day in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) marks the unification of the seven emirates in 1971 and the founding of the UAE as an independent, sovereign nation.

National Unity Day in Zimbabwe commemorates the signing of the Unity Accord in 1987, a pivotal agreement that brought an end to political violence and division between the country’s two major liberation parties: ZANU (Zimbabwe African National Union) and ZAPU (Zimbabwe African People's Union).