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Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil)
Our Lady of Aparecida Day honors Nossa Senhora Aparecida, the patron saint of Brazil. The day commemorates the 1717 discovery of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary by fishermen in the Paraíba River, which became a symbol of hope and faith. Over centuries, devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida grew into one of Brazil’s most cherished traditions. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Aparecida, one of the largest churches in the world, to pay tribute.
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Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day
Duruthu Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka at Mahiyangana, where he brought peace to the island. The day is marked by meditation, almsgiving, and the Duruthu Perahera at Kelaniya temple, making it one of the most important Buddhist festivals of the year.
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Epiphany
The Epiphany, often referred to as the Feast of the Three Kings or Three Kings' Day, is a Christian celebration that commemorates the visit of the Magi (also known as the Wise Men or Three Kings) to the infant Jesus.
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Orthodox Christmas Day
Orthodox Christmas Day is celebrated by Orthodox Christians around the world. The difference in date from the December 25 celebration of Christmas in the Western Christian tradition arises from the use of different calendars.
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Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
Synaxis of St. John the Baptist honors St. John the Forerunner, who baptized Jesus Christ. It celebrates his role as a prophet, preacher of repentance and herald of spiritual renewal in Christian tradition.
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Majority Rule Day
Majority Rule Day is a national public holiday in The Bahamas, . It marks a turning point in Bahamian history when, for the first time, the government reflected the will and voice of the majority Black population.
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Independence Manifesto Day
Independence Manifesto Day in Morocco commemorates the 1944 signing of the Independence Manifesto, when Moroccan nationalists formally demanded independence from French colonial rule and the restoration of national sovereignty.
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Zanzibar Revolution Day
Zanzibar Revolution Day is a national public holiday in Tanzania. It marks the anniversary of the 1964 revolution in Zanzibar, which overthrew the ruling Arab sultanate and led to the creation of the People's Republic of Zanzibar and Pemba, eventually uniting with mainland Tanganyika to form modern-day Tanzania.
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Coming of Age Day
Coming of Age Day, or Seijin no Hi, honors young people who have reached the age of 20, symbolizing their transition into adulthood with new rights and responsibilities. The day is marked by formal ceremonies at local government offices, where participants celebrate with family and friends. It's a time of pride, reflection and hope for the future.
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Orthodox New Year
The Orthodox New Year is also known as the Old New Year. This tradition is observed in many Orthodox Christian countries and communities, particularly those that continue to follow the Julian calendar for religious celebrations.
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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.
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Amazigh New Year (Morocco)
Amazigh New Year, also known as Yennayer, in Morocco marks the start of the Amazigh calendar year, honoring North Africa’s ancient heritage with traditional foods, music, and festivities symbolizing renewal and cultural pride.
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