Seward's Day
Seward's Day commemorates a pivotal moment in American history when the United States acquired Alaska from Russia, shaping the nation's geopolitical and economic future. This state holiday, celebrated in Alaska, honors William H. Seward, the U.S. Secretary of State who negotiated the Alaska Purchase.
Spiritual Baptist Day
The Spiritual Baptist faith, also called the Shouter Baptist faith, is a Christian-based religion that combines elements of Protestant Christianity with African spiritual traditions. It is unique to the Caribbean, especially Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada.
Cesar Chavez Day
Cesar Chavez Day is a U.S. federal commemorative holiday celebrated annually on March 31. It honors the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez, a civil rights leader and labor activist who co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW).
Transfer Day (US Virgin Islands)
Transfer Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands commemorates the transfer of the islands from Denmark to the United States in 1917, marking a major historical turning point for the territory.
Bak Full Moon Poya Day
Bak Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha’s second visit to Sri Lanka in the 5th year after Enlightenment, when he settled a war between Naga kings Chulodara and Mahodara at Nagadipa. The event, recorded in the Mahavamsa, symbolizes peace and the Buddha’s role as peacemaker.
Children's Day Taiwan
Children’s Day (兒童節) in Taiwan is celebrated every year, and it’s a national holiday dedicated to honoring children, promoting their well-being, and recognizing the importance of nurturing the next generation.
Qingming Festival
The Qingming Festival (清明节), also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese festival. It is a time for Chinese people to honor their ancestors by visiting their graves, cleaning the tombstones, and making offerings.
Chakri Memorial Day
Chakri Memorial Day is a national holiday in Thailand and it commemorates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty in 1782 and honors the successive kings of this royal line, including the current monarch.
Family Day (South Africa)
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.
Karume Day
Karume Day commemorates the assassination of Abeid Amani Karume, the first President of Zanzibar and a founding father of Tanzania. It is a significant memorial holiday in Zanzibar, honoring Karume’s legacy as a revolutionary leader and unifier of the nation.
Sinhala and Tamil New Year
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year marks the solar new year and the end of the harvest season in Sri Lanka. It symbolizes prosperity, renewal and cultural unity across Sinhalese Buddhists and Tamil Hindus.
DC Emancipation Day
DC Emancipation Day commemorates the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862, which ended slavery in Washington, D.C.