Unity Day (Vanuatu)
Unity Day in Vanuatu is a national public holiday dedicated to honoring the unity of the country’s many islands, cultures, and linguistic groups, which was especially important during the formation of the modern Vanuatu nation.
Liberation Day (Albania)
Liberation Day in Albania marks the end of Nazi occupation in 1944 and Albania’s liberation during World War II, honoring the bravery of the partisans who fought for freedom and the nation’s sovereignty.
St. Andrew's Day
St. Andrew's Day honors St. Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the patron saint of Scotland, Greece, Russia and other countries. It is a day of religious observance and cultural celebration, especially in Scotland, where it is a national holiday.
Independence Day Yemen
Independence Day in Yemen marks the day in 1967 when South Yemen (then the People’s Republic of South Yemen) gained full independence from British colonial rule after 128 years of occupation.
Commemoration Day (UAE)
Commemoration Day in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known as Martyrs’ Day, honors the Emirati soldiers and civilians who have sacrificed their lives in service to the nation, whether in military, humanitarian, or civil roles.
Bonifacio Day
Bonifacio Day commemorates the birth of Andres Bonifacio, founder of the Katipunan and leader of the 1896 Philippine Revolution. It celebrates his heroism, patriotism, and the spirit of the Filipino people’s struggle for independence.
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day commemorates the region’s historical settlement and provincial foundation. It remains a regional public holiday, giving residents of the Chatham Islands a long weekend for rest and community events.
National Day (Romania)
National Day of Romania commemorates the Great Union of 1918, when Transylvania, Bessarabia, and Bukovina united with the Kingdom of Romania. It symbolizes national unity, freedom, and pride, marked by parades, ceremonies, and cultural festivities.
Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day in Alabama
Mrs. Rosa L. Parks Day is a day of recognition and celebration honoring Rosa Parks, the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." Her pivotal role in the fight for racial equality began on December 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, when she refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus to a white passenger.
Westland Anniversary Day
Westland Anniversary Day commemorates the 1868 founding of Westland Province after its separation from Canterbury. It continues as a regional public holiday for the Westland District, celebrated today as a summer long weekend of leisure and local pride.
Independence Restoration Day (Portugal)
Independence Restoration Day in Portugal commemorates the restoration of Portuguese independence in 1640 after 60 years of Spanish rule. It marks the uprising in Lisbon that ended the Iberian Union and placed King John IV of the House of Braganza on the throne. The day symbolizes national sovereignty, unity and resilience, celebrating Portugal’s return as an independent kingdom.
National Day (UAE)
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.