Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the end of the pre-Lenten season known as Shrovetide. It is traditionally a day of feasting, confession and preparation for the 40-day Lenten season.

Mardi Gras Day, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a vibrant and festive celebration that takes place the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent in the Christian calendar. It’s a day of indulgence, feasting, and revelry before the solemnity of the Lenten season.

Ash Wednesday is a significant day in the Christian liturgical calendar, marking the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and repentance leading up to Easter. It is observed in Western Christianity including Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and some Protestant traditions.

Clean Monday is the first day of Great Lent in Eastern Orthodox Christianity. It marks the beginning of a 40-day period of fasting and repentance leading up to Easter. The day is significant for its focus on spiritual cleansing, renewal, and preparation for the resurrection of Christ.

St. Patrick's Day honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is a public holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador, reflecting the province's strong Irish heritage.

St. Patrick's Day holds a significant place in Northern Ireland's cultural and historical landscape. As the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick is honored for bringing Christianity to the island, and the day has both religious and cultural importance.

St. Patrick's Day in Ireland began as a Christian feast day in the early Middle Ages, honoring the missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland. Over centuries, it grew into a national symbol of Irish identity, blending faith, tradition and culture.

St. Joseph's Day honors St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus Christ and the husband of the Virgin Mary. It is observed as a solemn feast in the Catholic Church and recognized in other Christian traditions.

Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday, is a significant day in the Christian liturgical calendar, commemorating the events of the evening before Jesus's crucifixion. It is part of Holy Week and marks the institution of the Eucharist, the Last Supper, and Jesus’s act of washing His disciples’ feet.

Good Friday is a significant day in the Christian calendar, commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week on the Friday before Easter Sunday and is a solemn day of reflection and prayer for Christians worldwide.

Family Day in South Africa evolved from the Christian holiday of Easter Monday. Renamed in 1995, it now highlights the universal importance of family unity and togetherness, while still remaining part of the Easter holiday period.