Puerto Rico Friendship Day

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.

Evacuation Day in Tunisia

Evacuation Day in Tunisia commemorates the final withdrawal of French troops from Tunisian territory on October 15, 1963, marking the end of colonial military presence and the full realization of Tunisia's sovereignty.

Alaska Day

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.

Republic Day in Turkey

Republic Day is Turkey’s most important national holiday. It commemorates the official proclamation of the Republic of Turkey in 1923, following the collapse of the Ottoman Empire and the victory of the Turkish War of Independence.

Nevada Day

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

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.

Revolution and Youth Day

Revolution and Youth Day is a cherished national holiday in Tunisia. It commemorates the beginning of the Tunisian Revolution, also known as the Jasmine Revolution, which sparked the Arab Spring and led to the ousting of longtime President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali.

National Unity Day

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).

YDPB of Negeri Sembilan's Birthday

The Yang di-Pertuan Besar (YDPB) of Negeri Sembilan's Birthday is a significant public holiday in the Malaysian state of Negeri Sembilan. It is celebrated annually to honor the birthday of the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, the hereditary ruler of Negeri Sembilan.