Day of the Canary Islands
The Day of the Canary Islands commemorates the first meeting of the Canary Islands Parliament on May 30, 1983, symbolizing both political autonomy and cultural pride.
Day of Castilla–La Mancha
The Day of Castilla–La Mancha commemorates the creation of its autonomous institutions on May 31, 1983, following the Statute of Autonomy of 1982. It is celebrated each year with official honors and cultural festivities, symbolizing the region’s unity, traditions and self-government.
Vesak Day (Singapore)
Vesak Day marks the birth, enlightenment, and passing of the Buddha. In Singapore, it has been a public holiday since 1955 and is celebrated with temple ceremonies, acts of kindness, and community gatherings.
King's Birthday (New Zealand)
King’s Birthday in New Zealand, , honors the reigning monarch (currently King Charles III) and includes official ceremonies, the Honours List, and community celebrations, while also serving as a valued long weekend for the public.
June Bank Holiday
The June Bank Holiday in Ireland was established in 1973 to give people a summer holiday weekend. Today, it is celebrated with sports, festivals, travel and outdoor activities, marking the true start of the Irish summer season.
Independence Day (Samoa)
Independence Day in Samoa is marking the nation’s freedom in 1962 as the first Pacific Island country to gain independence. The day is honored with parades, cultural performances, church services and community gatherings that showcase Samoan pride and identity.
International Children's Day (Romania)
International Children's Day in Romania honors the rights, joy, and well-being of children. It is a day filled with festivals, outdoor games, and family activities, celebrating childhood, love, and the importance of nurturing future generations.
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.
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.
Randol Fawkes Labour Day
Randol Fawkes Labour Day, often simply called Labour Day, is a public holiday honoring the achievements of workers, the trade union movement, and especially Sir Randol Fawkes, the man known as the "Father of Labour" in the country.
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.
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.