Events
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Republic Day (Italy)
Republic Day is a national holiday in Italy marking the 1946 referendum when Italians voted to abolish the monarchy and establish a republic. It was also the first election in which Italian women voted. The day is commemorated with a military parade in Rome, a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and an aerial show, symbolizing Italy’s rebirth as a free and democratic nation.
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Queen Suthida's Birthday
Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana, the Queen of Thailand and consort of King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X), celebrates her birthday each year. It is recognized as a national holiday in Thailand, marked with national ceremonies, decorations, and expressions of loyalty and respect to the monarchy.
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National Day Sweden
Sweden’s National Day commemorates Gustav Vasa’s 1523 election and the adoption of the 1809 constitution. Originating as Swedish Flag Day (1916), it became the official National Day in 1983 and a public holiday in 2005, marked by royal ceremonies at Skansen, flag-raisings, and citizenship events.
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Memorial Day (South Korea)
Memorial Day in South Korea, established in 1956, honors those who sacrificed their lives in the Korean War and other struggles for independence and security. Celebrated on , it has become a national day of mourning, gratitude, and unity, marked by ceremonies, silence and national flag observances.
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Day of La Rioja
The Day of La Rioja commemorates the region’s autonomy and identity, blending political history with cultural pride, traditional festivities, and the celebration of its rich wine and food heritage.
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National Day (Portugal)
National Day in Portugal honors Luís de Camões, the 16th-century poet who wrote Os Lusíadas, Portugal's national epic celebrating its Age of Discoveries. The holiday commemorates Portuguese history, culture, and global identity. It also pays tribute to Portuguese communities abroad, reflecting the nation's unity across continents.
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King's Birthday (Solomon Islands)
King’s Birthday (formerly Queen’s Birthday) in the Solomon Islands is a national holiday honoring the reigning monarch, currently King Charles III, observed in mid-June with official ceremonies, parades and community celebrations that reflect the country’s Commonwealth ties.
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TT Bank Holiday
The TT Bank Holiday, also Senior Race Day, is celebrated on the Isle of Man during the world-famous Tourist Trophy motorcycle races. Held on the final Friday of the event in early June, it gives locals and visitors a chance to enjoy the thrilling Senior TT race and marks the culmination of one of the island’s most important traditions.
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King's Birthday (Gibraltar)
King's Birthday in Gibraltar is in honor of the birthday of the reigning British monarch. The day reflects Gibraltar's close ties to the United Kingdom and the Crown's historic role in the territory. The holiday symbolizes loyalty, unity, and tradition, celebrating Gibraltar's connection to the British Commonwealth and its shared royal heritage.
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National Heroes Day (Bermuda)
National Heroes Day honors Bermudians who have made outstanding contributions to the nation’s development, culture and identity. Established in 2008, the holiday replaced the Queen’s Birthday as an official observance, reflecting Bermuda’s growing focus on national pride and self-recognition.
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Youth Day (South Africa)
Youth Day in South Africa commemorates the Soweto Uprising of 1976, when thousands of Black students protested against the apartheid government’s policy of enforcing education in Afrikaans rather than in their native languages.
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Independent Day (Iceland)
Celebrated on the birthday of independence leader Jón Sigurðsson, Independent Day marks the founding of the Republic of Iceland in 1944. The day is filled with parades, music, speeches and family festivities, honoring national pride and freedom.