Maroons Day
Maroons Day in Suriname commemorates the 1760–1762 peace treaties between escaped enslaved Africans and the Dutch. Recognized as a national holiday since 2011, it celebrates the resilience and cultural heritage of Maroon communities, with festivals, music and remembrance of their struggle against slavery.
Sarawak Governor's Birthday
The Sarawak Governor's Birthday is an annual public holiday celebrated in Sarawak, Malaysia. It honors the Yang di-Pertua Negeri (Governor), the ceremonial head of the state. The occasion highlights the Governor’s role in preserving unity and governance while celebrating Sarawak’s diverse cultural heritage.
Day of Catalonia
The Day of Catalonia originated as a remembrance of the 1714 defeat but has evolved into a powerful expression of Catalonia’s culture, history, and political struggle for autonomy or independence.
Indigenous Resistance Day
Indigenous Resistance Day (Día de la Resistencia Indígena) is a national public holiday in Venezuela. It commemorates the struggles and resilience of Indigenous peoples against European colonization, particularly following the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1492.
Day of the Race
Day of the Race (Día de la Raza) is a holiday observed in many Latin American countries, Spain, and the United States to commemorate the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas on October 12, 1492. It recognizes the historic encounter between Europe and the Americas, a moment that profoundly shaped the course of world history.
National Day Spain
Spain’s National Day Spain’s National Day on October 12 marks the anniversary of Columbus’s 1492 voyage. Today, it symbolizes Spanish unity, culture, and global ties, though it also invites reflection on Spain’s colonial past.
Columbus Day
Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. This day is a subject of controversy as it also marks the beginning of the colonization of the Americas and the subsequent impact on Native American peoples. While some celebrate this day in honor of Columbus' achievements, others observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead, recognizing the history and culture of indigenous people affected by European colonization.
Yorktown Victory Day
Yorktown Victory Day commemorates the decisive victory at the Battle of Yorktown, which was the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.
Fraternal Day
Fraternal Day is a holiday observed in the United States, particularly associated with Alabama, where it was originally established to promote unity and harmony among different organizations and people. The purpose was to foster goodwill and cooperation across racial, religious, and organizational lines.
Thanksgiving Day in Canada
Thanksgiving Day in Canada is a national holiday dedicated to giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. The day is marked by family gatherings, feasts, and expressions of gratitude.
Puerto Rico Friendship Day
Puerto Rico Friendship Day is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This holiday was officially established in 1964 to honor the cultural, historical, and familial ties between Puerto Ricans and Virgin Islanders.
National Heritage Day
National Heritage Day in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) celebrates the islands’ cultural traditions, historical legacy, and community identity, with a strong emphasis on intergenerational knowledge, storytelling, and heritage preservation.