St. George's Day
St. George’s Day is a Christian feast day celebrated on April 23, in honor of St. George, the patron saint of England, and several other countries and regions.
National Sovereignty and Children's Day
National Sovereignty and Children’s Day is a national public holiday in Turkey. It commemorates both the foundation of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey and honors children as the future of the nation. This holiday is unique to Turkey and has deep historical and cultural significance.
Aragonese Day
Aragonese Day honors both Saint George, the patron saint of Aragon, and the region’s identity and autonomy. It combines history and modern culture in a day of ceremonies and festivities.
Castile and León Day
Castile and León Day commemorates the 1521 Battle of Villalar and the memory of the Comuneros, who fought for liberties against royal centralization. Today it is both a regional holiday and cultural festival, centered in Villalar de los Comuneros.
Hung Kings Commemoration
Hung Kings Commemoration (Vietnamese: Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương) is a national public holiday in Vietnam. It honors the legendary Hùng Kings, the mythical founders of the Vietnamese nation, and celebrates the country's deep cultural and historical roots.
Tanzania Union Day
Tanzania Union Day is celebrated annually to commemorate the political union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964, forming the modern nation of Tanzania. It is one of the most important national holidays in Tanzania, symbolizing national unity and sovereignty.
Freedom Day (South Africa)
Freedom Day marks the first democratic elections in South Africa in 1994, ending decades of apartheid and ushering in a new era of democracy under Nelson Mandela. It is both a celebration of liberation and a day of reflection on the country’s ongoing journey toward equality and justice.
Resistance Day Slovenia
Resistance Day commemorates the founding of the Liberation Front in 1941, marking the start of Slovenia’s organized resistance against fascist occupation in WWII, and celebrating national unity, freedom and resilience.
Kenneth Kaunda Day
Kenneth Kaunda Day is a national public holiday in Zambia, to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda, the country's founding president. Established in 2021 following his passing, the day commemorates his pivotal role in Zambia's independence and his enduring contributions to the nation's development.
Vesak Full Moon Poya Day
Vesak Full Moon Poya, rooted in ancient India, commemorates the birth, Enlightenment, and passing away of the Buddha, all on the full moon of May. Introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE, it became the island's most sacred Buddhist festival. Today, Vesak is celebrated with temple rituals and almsgiving, symbolizing peace and the victory of wisdom over ignorance.
Day of Madrid
The Day of Madrid commemorates the 1808 uprising, a pivotal moment when ordinary citizens resisted Napoleon’s occupation. Though suppressed, it became a lasting symbol of freedom and regional pride, and since 1983 it has also represented the autonomy of Madrid within Spain.
Coronation Day in Thailand
Coronation Day in Thailand was also known as Wan Chatramongkhon. It commemorates the formal coronation of the reigning monarch and highlights the sacred and historical traditions of the Thai monarchy.