BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ExcelNotes X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20251103T052155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T052155Z UID:10000746-1784592000-1784678399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:National Day (Belgium) DESCRIPTION:National Day in Belgium marks the swearing-in of King Leopold I in 1831\, the country's first monarch\, symbolizing the birth of the independent Belgian state. The day commemorates national unity and pride\, featuring a royal military parade in Brussels\, flag displays and festive concerts across the country. \nWhen is National Day?\nNational Day in Belgium is celebrated on July 21 every year. \nThe following is the list of National Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n National DayJul 21\, 2020Tuesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2021Wednesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2022Thursday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2023Friday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2024Sunday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2025Monday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2026Tuesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2027Wednesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2028Friday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2029Saturday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2030Sunday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2031Monday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2032Wednesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2033Thursday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2034Friday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2035Saturday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2036Monday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2037Tuesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2038Wednesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2039Thursday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2040Saturday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2041Sunday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2042Monday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2043Tuesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2044Thursday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2045Friday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2046Saturday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2047Sunday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2048Tuesday \n \n National DayJul 21\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of National Day?\nBelgium's National Day commemorates the birth of the nation and the establishment of its constitutional monarchy in 1831. The date marks the oath-taking of King Leopold I\, the country's first monarch\, symbolizing Belgium's independence\, unity\, and democratic foundations. \nBelgium declared independence from the United Kingdom of the Netherlands in 1830\, following years of political\, religious\, and cultural tension. The Belgian Revolution began in August 1830\, sparked by dissatisfaction with Dutch rule and fueled by demands for civil liberties\, freedom of religion\, and political representation. After months of conflict\, a provisional government declared Belgium's independence on October 4\, 1830\, and a National Congress was convened to draft a liberal constitution—one of the most progressive in Europe at the time. \nTo provide stability and international recognition\, the Congress decided that Belgium would become a constitutional monarchy. In June 1831\, Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha\, a German nobleman with strong ties to Britain and European royalty\, was chosen as King of the Belgians. On July 21\, 1831\, Leopold swore allegiance to the Belgian Constitution before Parliament\, formally assuming the throne and solidifying the new nation's sovereignty. \nThe anniversary of this event became Belgium's National Day\, symbolizing both independence and constitutional democracy. Since the mid-19th century\, it has been observed with official ceremonies\, military parades\, church services\, and public festivities. \nIn Brussels\, the capital\, celebrations traditionally begin with a Te Deum service attended by the royal family at the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula\, followed by a military and civil parade at the Place des Palais\, where crowds wave Belgian flags and cheer for the King. Across the country\, towns host concerts\, cultural events\, and fireworks displays\, uniting citizens from all linguistic and regional communities. \nToday\, National Day stands as a proud celebration of Belgium's independence\, monarchy\, and national unity\, reflecting the enduring values of liberty\, pluralism\, and cooperation that continue to define the Belgian identity. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/national-day-belgium/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/National-Day-Belgium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250827T182018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T041733Z UID:10000466-1784937600-1785023999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Santiago Apostol DESCRIPTION:Santiago Apóstol was one of Jesus's closest disciples and the first apostle to be martyred. His relics\, believed to rest in Santiago de Compostela\, inspired one of the world's most important pilgrimage traditions and made him the patron saint of Spain. \nWhen is Santiago Apostol?\nSantiago Apostol in Spain is celebrated every year on July 25. \nThe following is the list of Santiago Apostol from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2020Saturday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2021Sunday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2022Monday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2024Thursday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2025Friday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2026Saturday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2027Sunday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2030Thursday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2031Friday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2032Sunday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2033Monday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2036Friday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2037Saturday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2038Sunday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2039Monday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2041Thursday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2042Friday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2043Saturday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2044Monday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2047Thursday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2048Saturday \n \n Santiago ApostolJul 25\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Santiago Apostol?\nSantiago (James) was the son of Zebedee and Salome\, and the brother of John the Evangelist. Santiago el Mayor (St. James the Greater) was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the brother of John the Evangelist. He is considered the patron saint of Spain and one of the most venerated figures in Spanish Christianity. \nAccording to tradition\, after the Resurrection of Christ\, James traveled to the Iberian Peninsula to preach the Gospel. \nAround 44 AD\, James was beheaded in Jerusalem by order of King Herod Agrippa\, making him the first apostle to be martyred. Legend holds that his disciples transported his remains by boat to Galicia (northwest Spain)\, where they were buried in what is now Santiago de Compostela. \nIn the 9th century\, a hermit named Pelayo is said to have discovered James's tomb after seeing mysterious lights. \nSantiago became a symbol of Christian resistance during the Reconquista (the Christian reconquest of Spain from Muslim rule). He was often depicted as "Santiago Matamoros" (the Moor-slayer) in medieval iconography. \nFrom the Middle Ages onward\, Santiago de Compostela became one of the three great Christian pilgrimage centers\, along with Rome and Jerusalem. The Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) developed as a network of routes leading to his shrine. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/santiago-apostol/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Santiago-Apostol.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250830T213140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T045240Z UID:10000474-1784937600-1785023999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Day of Galicia DESCRIPTION:The Day of Galicia on is a religious festival honoring Saint James and a national holiday celebrating Galician identity\, culture\, and language. Born in 1919 as a nationalist movement\, suppressed under Franco\, and revived after democracy\, it remains Galicia's most important civic and cultural celebration. \nWhen is the Day of Galicia?\nThe Day of Galicia is celebrated every year on July 25. \nThe following is the list of the Day of Galicia from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2020Saturday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2021Sunday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2022Monday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2024Thursday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2025Friday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2026Saturday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2027Sunday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2030Thursday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2031Friday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2032Sunday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2033Monday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2036Friday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2037Saturday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2038Sunday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2039Monday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2041Thursday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2042Friday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2043Saturday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2044Monday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2047Thursday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2048Saturday \n \n Day of GaliciaJul 25\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Day of Galicia?\nJuly 25 is the Feast of Saint James the Apostle (Santiago Apóstol)\, patron saint of Galicia and all of Spain. The tradition comes from the belief that Saint James' remains are buried in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela\, which became one of Europe's most important pilgrimage centers in the Middle Ages. \nIn 1919\, the cultural and nationalist group Irmandades da Fala (Brotherhoods of the Language) declared July 25 as the National Day of Galicia (Día Nacional de Galicia). They chose this date because of its strong symbolic link to Santiago\, and to highlight Galician identity\, language\, and self-determination. \nDuring the dictatorship of Francisco Franco (1939–1975)\, regional nationalist expressions were banned\, including public celebrations of the Day of Galicia. The holiday continued unofficially in Galicia and was especially celebrated by the Galician diaspora and exiles abroad\, keeping the cultural flame alive. \nAfter Franco's death (1975) and Spain's transition to democracy\, Galician political and cultural movements revived the celebration. In 1977\, mass demonstrations were organized in Santiago de Compostela\, turning the day into both a cultural and political event. \nWith the Statute of Autonomy of Galicia (1981)\, July 25 was formally recognized as a regional holiday. \nToday\, the Day of Galicia has a dual character: honoring Saint James with pilgrimages and a solemn High Mass in Santiago Cathedral\, and celebrations of Galician music\, literature and traditions. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/day-of-galicia/ CATEGORIES:Christianity,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Day-of-Galicia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250827T183710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T043200Z UID:10000468-1785196800-1785283199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Day of Cantabria Institutions DESCRIPTION:The Day of the Institutions of Cantabria commemorates the 1778 Assembly in Puente San Miguel\, which created the Province of Cantabria and gave the region its first institutional identity. Since the 1990s\, it has been celebrated as a symbol of Cantabria's political and cultural unity. \nWhen is Day of Cantabria Institutions?\nThe Day of Cantabria Institutions is celebrated every year on July 28. \nThe following is the list of the Day of Cantabria Institutions from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2022Thursday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2023Friday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2024Sunday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2025Monday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2028Friday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2029Saturday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2030Sunday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2031Monday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2033Thursday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2034Friday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2035Saturday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2036Monday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2039Thursday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2040Saturday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2041Sunday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2042Monday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2044Thursday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2045Friday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2046Saturday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2047Sunday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Day of Cantabria InstitutionsJul 28\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of the Day of Cantabria Institutions?\nIn the 18th century\, the valleys of Cantabria were loosely governed\, with no unified structure. Each valley had its own councils and rules\, making collective decisions difficult. \nOn July 28\, 1778\, representatives of several Cantabrian valleys met in Puente San Miguel (Reocín) and agreed to form the Province of Cantabria. This was the first formal unification of the Cantabrian valleys\, giving the region a common institutional identity and greater political cohesion. \nThe agreement established a framework for shared governance\, collective defense\, and economic coordination among the valleys. It marked a turning point in Cantabria's self-identity\, laying the foundation for its later recognition as a distinct historical and cultural region within Spain. \nThe Day of the Institutions of Cantabria was officially established in the 1990s by the Government of Cantabria. \nThe chosen date\, July 28\, commemorates the exact day in 1778 when the Province of Cantabria was created. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/day-of-cantabria-institutions/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Day-of-Cantabria-Institutions.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250716T022622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T043716Z UID:10000387-1785283200-1785369599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Asalha Puja DESCRIPTION:Asalha Puja is one of the most sacred Buddhist holidays in Thailand\, commemorating the day the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon\, which laid the foundation of the Buddhist faith. The observance of Asalha Puja in Thailand is deeply tied to the country's religious heritage\, monarchy\, and Theravāda Buddhist tradition. \nWhen is Asalha Puja?\nAsalha Puja falls on the full moon of the 8th Thai lunar month\, typically in July. \nThe following is the list of Asalha Puja from 2020 to 2039. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Asalha PujaJul 04\, 2020Saturday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 24\, 2021Saturday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 13\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Asalha PujaAug 01\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 21\, 2024Sunday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 10\, 2025Thursday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 29\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 18\, 2027Sunday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 06\, 2028Thursday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 25\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 14\, 2030Sunday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 04\, 2031Friday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 22\, 2032Thursday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 12\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 31\, 2034Monday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 20\, 2035Friday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 08\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 27\, 2037Monday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 16\, 2038Friday \n \n Asalha PujaJul 05\, 2039Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Asalha Puja?\nThe origins of Asalha Puja go back more than 2\,500 years\, to a full moon day in the Asalha lunar month. On this day\, after achieving enlightenment\, the Buddha gave his first sermon\, the Discourse on the Turning of the Wheel of Dhamma\, to five ascetics in the Deer Park at Sarnath\, India. \nThis sermon introduced the Four Noble Truths\, the Middle Way\, and the Noble Eightfold Path. \nAsalha Puja has been observed in Thai culture since the Sukhothai period (13th – 15th centuries)\, and became more established during the Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin eras. \nIt was practiced primarily within temple communities\, where monks and laypeople would mark the full moon of the eighth lunar month with merit-making and sermons. \nIn the mid-19th century\, King Rama IV (Mongkut)\, a former monk and respected Buddhist scholar\, began aligning the Thai lunar calendar with key events in the Buddha's life. He promoted public Buddhist observances to strengthen national religious identity. \nUnder his reign\, festivals such as Asalha Puja\, Makha Bucha\, and Visakha Bucha became more structured and widely practiced. \nIn 1958\, Thailand's Supreme Sangha Council and the government formally declared Asalha Puja a national public holiday. It was placed in the official calendar to emphasize its religious significance and reinforce the role of Buddhism in Thai society. Since then\, it has been observed nationwide with temple visits\, sermons\, candlelight processions\, and charitable acts. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/asalha-puja/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Asalha-Puja.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250822T234009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T020011Z UID:10000451-1785283200-1785369599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Esala Full Moon Poya Day DESCRIPTION:Esala Full Moon Poya is one of Buddhism's most historic days. It commemorates the conception and renunciation of Prince Siddhartha\, the Buddha's first sermon at Isipatana (introducing the Four Noble Truths)\, and the founding of the Sangha. In Sri Lanka\, Esala is marked by temple observances and the world-famous Kandy Esala Perahera\, honoring the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. \nWhen is Esala Full Moon Poya Day?\nEsala Full Moon Poya Day is celebrated on the full moon in July. \nThe following is the list of Esala Full Moon Poya Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 04\, 2020Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 23\, 2021Friday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 13\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 03\, 2023Monday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 20\, 2024Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 10\, 2025Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 29\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 03\, 2027Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 06\, 2028Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJun 11\, 2029Monday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 14\, 2030Sunday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 04\, 2031Friday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJun 07\, 2032Monday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJun 12\, 2033Sunday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJun 15\, 2034Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 04\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 08\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 11\, 2037Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 01\, 2038Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 05\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 08\, 2040Sunday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 27\, 2041Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 13\, 2042Sunday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 30\, 2043Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 13\, 2045Thursday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 03\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 15\, 2047Monday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 11\, 2048Saturday \n \n Esala Full Moon Poya DayJul 12\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Esala Full Moon Poya Day?\nAccording to Buddhist tradition\, Queen Māyā Devi conceived Prince Siddhartha Gautama (the future Buddha) on an Esala Full Moon night. This marks the beginning of the life story of the Buddha. \nEsala is also believed to be the time when Siddhartha renounced his royal life in search of liberation\, beginning his spiritual journey toward Enlightenment. \nAfter Enlightenment at Bodh Gaya\, the Buddha spent seven weeks in meditation. On an Esala Full Moon Poya at Isipatana (Sarnath\, India)\, he delivered his first sermon to his five former companions. This event marked the founding of the Sangha (monastic community)\, making Esala one of the most significant milestones in Buddhist history. \nTraditionally\, Esala also marks the start of the Vassana season (Rainy Retreat)\, when monks stay in one place for three months to meditate and teach. \nEsala Poya became deeply tied to Sri Lanka's Buddhist tradition after Buddhism was introduced in the 3rd century BCE by Arahat Mahinda. The Kandy Esala Perahera\, one of Sri Lanka's most iconic religious festivals\, developed around this time of year. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/esala-full-moon-poya-day/ CATEGORIES:Buddhism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Esala-Full-Moon-Poya-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250905T201524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T162055Z UID:10000488-1785369600-1785455999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Martyrs' Day (South Sudan) DESCRIPTION:Martyrs' Day was created in memory of Dr. John Garang\, who died in 2005\, but it has since become a broader national commemoration of all South Sudanese who gave their lives in the long struggle for independence. \nWhen is Martyrs' Day?\nMartyrs' Day in South Sudan is celebrated every year on July 30. \nThe following is the list of Martyrs' Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2020Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2021Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2022Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2023Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2026Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2027Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2028Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2029Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2032Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2033Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2034Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2035Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2037Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2038Friday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2039Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2040Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2043Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2045Sunday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2046Monday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2048Thursday \n \n Martyrs' DayJul 30\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Martyrs' Day?\nMartyrs' Day in South Sudan was established after the tragic death of Dr. John Garang de Mabior\, the leader of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A)\, who is widely regarded as the founding father of South Sudan. \nOn July 30\, 2005\, Garang died in a helicopter crash while returning from a meeting in Uganda. At the time\, he had just been sworn in as the First Vice President of Sudan and the President of the Government of Southern Sudan\, following the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) earlier that year. \nHis death came only three weeks after taking office\, shocking the region and sparking mass mourning across Southern Sudan. July 30 was declared Martyrs' Day soon after Garang's death. \nWhile the holiday specifically commemorates him\, it also serves as a broader remembrance of all soldiers\, leaders\, and civilians who died during the decades-long struggle for liberation. It acknowledges the sacrifices of millions who fought or suffered in the Second Sudanese Civil War (1983–2005) and earlier conflicts. \nAfter South Sudan gained independence on July 9\, 2011\, Martyrs' Day became one of the most important national holidays. It reminds South Sudanese people of the price of freedom and the vision of John Garang\, who believed in a peaceful\, united and democratic country. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/martyrs-day-south-sudan/ CATEGORIES:Memorial Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Martyrs-Day-South-Sudan.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20251007T220348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T220348Z UID:10000674-1785369600-1785455999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Throne Day (Morocco) DESCRIPTION:Throne Day in Morocco marks the anniversary of King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne in 1999\, honoring national unity\, loyalty to the monarchy\, and Morocco's progress under his reign. \nWhen is Throne Day?\nThrone Day in Morocco is celebrated on July 30 every year. \nThe following is the list of Throne Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2020Thursday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2021Friday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2022Saturday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2023Sunday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2026Thursday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2027Friday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2028Sunday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2029Monday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2032Friday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2033Saturday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2034Sunday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2035Monday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2037Thursday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2038Friday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2039Saturday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2040Monday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2043Thursday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2044Saturday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2045Sunday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2046Monday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2048Thursday \n \n Throne DayJul 30\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Throne Day?\nThrone Day is one of Morocco's most important national holidays\, symbolizing the bond between the monarchy and the Moroccan people. The holiday was first celebrated in 1933 during the reign of King Mohammed V\, becoming an annual expression of loyalty and unity. \nAt the time\, Morocco was still under French colonial rule (1912–1956). The celebration served as a peaceful act of resistance\, expressing national identity and allegiance to the Moroccan monarchy rather than the colonial authorities. \nDuring the struggle for independence\, Throne Day became a patriotic rallying point. Moroccans used it to demonstrate their support for King Mohammed V\, who symbolized the fight for sovereignty and national dignity. \nWhen the French exiled the King in 1953\, widespread protests and uprisings broke out across Morocco\, especially on Throne Day\, which helped sustain the independence movement. After independence was achieved in 1956\, the monarchy was restored\, and Throne Day became a national symbol of freedom and unity. \nUnder King Hassan II (1961–1999)\, Throne Day continued as a major national event\, marked by official ceremonies\, parades\, and the King's traditional Throne Speech. \nSince King Mohammed VI's accession in 1999\, Throne Day has been celebrated on July 30\, the date of his enthronement. The holiday highlights the modernization and development of Morocco\, as well as the continuity of the Alaouite dynasty\, which has ruled since the 17th century. \nToday\, Throne Day is a day of national pride and reflection. It celebrates the enduring relationship between the monarch and the Moroccan people\, reinforcing national identity and cohesion. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/throne-day-morocco/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Throne-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20251104T034255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T034255Z UID:10000750-1785369600-1785455999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Emancipation Day (Bermuda) DESCRIPTION:Emancipation Day in Bermuda commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British Empire in 1834. The day honors the resilience\, freedom and cultural heritage of Bermudians of African descent. It also marks the beginning of the island's beloved Cup Match holiday\, a two-day celebration featuring the historic cricket rivalry between Somerset and St. George's clubs. \nWhen is Emancipation Day?\nEmancipation Day in Bermuda is celebrated on the Thursday before the first Monday in August each year. \nThe following is the list of Emancipation Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Emancipation DayJul 30\, 2020Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 29\, 2021Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 28\, 2022Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 03\, 2023Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 01\, 2024Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 31\, 2025Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 30\, 2026Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 29\, 2027Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 03\, 2028Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 02\, 2029Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 01\, 2030Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 31\, 2031Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 29\, 2032Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 28\, 2033Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 03\, 2034Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 02\, 2035Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 31\, 2036Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 30\, 2037Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 29\, 2038Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 28\, 2039Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 02\, 2040Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 01\, 2041Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 31\, 2042Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 30\, 2043Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 28\, 2044Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 03\, 2045Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 02\, 2046Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayAug 01\, 2047Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 30\, 2048Thursday \n \n Emancipation DayJul 29\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Emancipation Day?\nEmancipation Day in Bermuda commemorates one of the most significant moments in the island's history\, the abolition of slavery on August 1\, 1834. It marks the day when enslaved Africans and their descendants across the British Empire were finally granted freedom after centuries of bondage. \nSlavery in Bermuda began in the early 1600s\, shortly after the island was settled by the English. Enslaved Africans\, along with Indigenous people brought from the Americas\, were forced into labor on farms\, in households\, shipyards\, and salt industries. Despite the island's small size\, slavery was deeply embedded in its economic and social structure. \nGrowing global and local resistance to slavery led to change. In 1833\, the British Parliament passed the Slavery Abolition Act\, which came into effect across the empire on August 1\, 1834. On that day\, roughly 4\,000 enslaved Bermudians were emancipated. Although freedom initially came with restrictions\, such as a four-year "apprenticeship" system\, it marked the beginning of a new era of self-determination\, community building\, and cultural identity for Black Bermudians. \nFor generations\, Bermudians honored Emancipation Day through church services and community gatherings. In the early 20th century\, the observance became intertwined with one of Bermuda's most famous traditions: Cup Match\, a two-day cricket tournament that began informally in the late 1800s. Black Bermudians organized the match as a way to celebrate their freedom\, with the teams representing the two ends of the island — Somerset (West End) and St. George's (East End). \nAs the event grew in popularity\, it brought together people of all races and backgrounds\, transforming into a major national celebration. In 1947\, the Bermuda government officially recognized Emancipation Day as a public holiday. \nToday\, Emancipation Day continues to serve both as a commemoration and a celebration. It honors the strength and resilience of ancestors who endured enslavement while celebrating Bermuda's unity\, culture\, and progress. Emancipation Day stands as a powerful reminder of Bermuda's journey from oppression to freedom\, and of the enduring legacy of those who fought for justice\, dignity\, and equality. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/emancipation-day-bermuda/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Emancipation-Day-Bermuda.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20251112T035234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T040150Z UID:10000751-1785456000-1785542399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Mary Prince Day DESCRIPTION:Mary Prince Day honors Mary Prince\, a Bermudian woman whose autobiography\, The History of Mary Prince (1831)\, was the first account of a Black woman's life published in Britain. Her courageous testimony exposed the brutality of slavery in the Caribbean and Bermuda\, helping to advance the abolitionist movement. Falling during the Cup Match holiday weekend\, it joins Emancipation Day in commemorating the island's enduring fight for justice and equality. \nWhen is Mary Prince Day?\nMary Prince Day is observed on the Friday before the first Monday in August each year. \nThe following is the list of Mary Prince Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Mary Prince DayJul 31\, 2020Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 30\, 2021Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 29\, 2022Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 04\, 2023Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 02\, 2024Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 01\, 2025Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 31\, 2026Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 30\, 2027Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 04\, 2028Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 03\, 2029Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 02\, 2030Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 01\, 2031Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 30\, 2032Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 29\, 2033Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 28\, 2034Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 03\, 2035Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 01\, 2036Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 31\, 2037Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 30\, 2038Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 29\, 2039Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 03\, 2040Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 02\, 2041Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 01\, 2042Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 31\, 2043Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 29\, 2044Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 28\, 2045Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 03\, 2046Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayAug 02\, 2047Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 31\, 2048Friday \n \n Mary Prince DayJul 30\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Mary Prince Day?\nMary Prince Day is celebrated in Bermuda to honor Mary Prince (1788–after 1833)\, a Bermudian woman whose courage and testimony against slavery helped change history. \nMary Prince was born into slavery in Bermuda\, likely in Devonshire Parish\, around 1788. She was sold multiple times during her life\, separated from her family\, and subjected to years of abuse in Bermuda\, the Turks and Caicos Islands\, and Antigua. Despite the brutal conditions she endured\, she remained determined to speak out against injustice. \nIn 1828\, Prince accompanied her enslavers to England\, where slavery did not legally exist. There\, she left her enslavers and sought refuge with members of the Anti-Slavery Society\, a group campaigning to end slavery across the British Empire. In 1831\, with the help of abolitionists Thomas Pringle and Susanna Strickland (later Moodie)\, she dictated her autobiography\, The History of Mary Prince: A West Indian Slave\, Related by Herself. \nHer book was the first known account of a Black woman's life published in Britain\, and it provided a raw\, first-hand description of the horrors of slavery in the Caribbean and Bermuda. The narrative had a profound impact on the British public\, strengthening support for the abolitionist movement and influencing the passage of the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833\, which came into effect in 1834. \nFor nearly two centuries\, Mary Prince's story remained known mainly among historians and scholars of abolitionist literature. However\, her importance as a Bermudian and as a global symbol of resistance and truth-telling was formally recognized when she was declared Bermuda's first National Hero in 2012. \nUntil 2020\, the second day of the Cup Match holiday was simply known as the "Somerset vs. St. George's Day"\, linked to the island's annual cricket rivalry. In 2020\, amid growing recognition of Black history and identity\, the Bermuda government officially renamed the second day of Cup Match as Mary Prince Day to honor her legacy and reaffirm Bermuda's commitment to equality and cultural pride. \nToday\, Mary Prince Day is celebrated through cultural events\, educational exhibits\, art\, and performances that honor her contribution to freedom and human rights. It coincides with the second day of Cup Match\, where Bermudians of all backgrounds come together to enjoy cricket\, music\, and community gatherings. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/mary-prince-day/ CATEGORIES:People ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mary-Prince-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260412T231326 CREATED:20250914T031232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T031232Z UID:10000560-1785715200-1785801599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Grand Magal de Touba DESCRIPTION:The Grand Magal de Touba is a massive religious pilgrimage in Senegal\, honoring the exile and return of Cheikh Amadou Bamba\, founder of the Mouride Brotherhood. It is marked by prayer\, charity\, and community gathering\, drawing millions of participants each year to Touba. \nWhen is Grand Magal de Touba?\nGrand Magal de Touba in Senegal is celebrated every year on May 1. \nThe following is the list of Grand Magal de Touba from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Grand Magal de ToubaOct 06\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaSep 26\, 2021Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaSep 15\, 2022Thursday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaSep 04\, 2023Monday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaAug 23\, 2024Friday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaAug 13\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaAug 03\, 2026Monday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJul 23\, 2027Friday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJul 11\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJul 01\, 2029Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJun 20\, 2030Thursday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJun 09\, 2031Monday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMay 29\, 2032Saturday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMay 18\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMay 07\, 2034Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaApr 27\, 2035Friday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaApr 15\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaApr 05\, 2037Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMar 25\, 2038Thursday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMar 14\, 2039Monday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaMar 03\, 2040Saturday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaFeb 20\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaFeb 09\, 2042Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJan 30\, 2043Friday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJan 19\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaJan 08\, 2045Sunday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaDec 28\, 2045Thursday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaDec 17\, 2046Monday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaDec 07\, 2047Saturday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaNov 25\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Grand Magal de ToubaNov 14\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Grand Magal de Touba?\nThe Grand Magal de Touba is rooted in the life of Cheikh Amadou Bamba Mbacké (1853–1927)\, the founder of the Mouride Brotherhood\, a powerful Sufi order in Senegal. \nIn 1895\, the French colonial authorities\, fearing his growing spiritual and social influence\, arrested Bamba and sent him into exile in Gabon. Bamba endured harsh conditions\, but his faith and devotion only strengthened his reputation as a saintly figure. \nIn 1902\, after seven years\, he was allowed to return to Senegal. \nTo commemorate his exile and return\, Bamba instituted the Magal\, which means "celebration" or "thanksgiving" in Wolof. The event was not about lamenting his suffering but about expressing gratitude to God for protecting him during his trials. \nAfter his death in 1927\, the celebration grew as his disciples continued to honor his life and teachings. \nOver the 20th century\, the Magal evolved into a mass pilgrimage to Touba\, the holy city founded by Amadou Bamba. Pilgrims visited his mausoleum inside the Great Mosque of Touba\, which became the spiritual center of the Mouride order. \nThe pilgrimage grew from a modest commemoration to a national and international event\, drawing Mouride disciples from across Senegal\, West Africa\, and the global diaspora. \nToday\, the Grand Magal de Touba is one of the largest religious gatherings in Africa\, attracting 3–5 million pilgrims annually. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/grand-magal-de-touba/ CATEGORIES:People,Religion Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Grand-Magal-de-Touba.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250918T020546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T020840Z UID:10000586-1785715200-1785801599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:August Bank Holiday DESCRIPTION:The August Bank Holiday in Ireland was introduced as part of 19th-century bank holiday legislation but draws on much older traditions of Lughnasadh harvest festivals. Today\, it is celebrated with festivals\, fairs\, sports and holidays\, marking the peak of the Irish summer. \nWhen is August Bank Holiday?\nAugust Bank Holiday is celebrated on the first Monday of August. \nThe following is the list of August Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n August Bank HolidayAug 03\, 2020Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 02\, 2021Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 01\, 2022Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 07\, 2023Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 05\, 2024Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 04\, 2025Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 03\, 2026Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 02\, 2027Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 07\, 2028Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 06\, 2029Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 05\, 2030Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 04\, 2031Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 02\, 2032Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 01\, 2033Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 07\, 2034Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 06\, 2035Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 04\, 2036Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 03\, 2037Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 02\, 2038Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 01\, 2039Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 06\, 2040Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 05\, 2041Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 04\, 2042Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 03\, 2043Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 01\, 2044Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 07\, 2045Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 06\, 2046Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 05\, 2047Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 03\, 2048Monday \n \n August Bank HolidayAug 02\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of August Bank Holiday?\nThe August Bank Holiday was first introduced by the Bank Holidays Act of 1871 across the United Kingdom (which Ireland was part of at the time). The act created several fixed holidays to give workers time off\, and the first Monday in August was chosen as a summer break. \nAfter Irish independence in 1922\, the Free State retained the August Bank Holiday in its own public holiday calendar. \nThe timing of the holiday also connects with Lughnasadh (Lúnasa)\, one of the four great Celtic fire festivals. \nLughnasadh marked the start of the harvest season\, celebrated with fairs and markets\, sports and games in honor of the god Lugh\, and feasting and community celebrations. \nThough the Bank Holiday was a modern legal creation\, it fit neatly into Ireland's older seasonal cycle\, making it culturally significant. \nThrough the 20th century\, the August Bank Holiday became strongly linked to sports\, fairs and horse racing and music and cultural festivals. It also became one of the busiest weekends for travel and tourism\, as families took advantage of the long weekend. \nThe August Bank Holiday is a blend of modern civic holiday (rooted in 19th century labor law) and ancient seasonal custom (echoes of Lughnasadh). URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/august-bank-holiday/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/August-Bank-Holiday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250930T162138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162138Z UID:10000611-1785715200-1785801599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Emancipation Monday (BVI) DESCRIPTION:Emancipation Monday in British Virgin Islands honors the abolition of slavery on August 1\, 1834\, when enslaved Africans in the Virgin Islands and across the British Empire were granted freedom under the Slavery Abolition Act. The day is both a reminder of the struggles of the past and a celebration of freedom and resilience. \nWhen is Emancipation Monday?\nEmancipation Monday is normally observed on the first Monday in August. \nThe following is the list of Emancipation Monday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Emancipation MondayAug 03\, 2020Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 02\, 2021Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 01\, 2022Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 07\, 2023Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 05\, 2024Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 04\, 2025Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 03\, 2026Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 02\, 2027Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 07\, 2028Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 06\, 2029Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 05\, 2030Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 04\, 2031Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 02\, 2032Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 01\, 2033Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 07\, 2034Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 06\, 2035Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 04\, 2036Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 03\, 2037Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 02\, 2038Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 01\, 2039Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 06\, 2040Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 05\, 2041Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 04\, 2042Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 03\, 2043Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 01\, 2044Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 07\, 2045Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 06\, 2046Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 05\, 2047Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 03\, 2048Monday \n \n Emancipation MondayAug 02\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Emancipation Monday?\nOn August 1\, 1834\, the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire\, including the Virgin Islands. This landmark legislation freed thousands of enslaved Africans in the territory\, transforming the social and cultural foundation of the islands. \nFreedom was initially granted through a system of apprenticeship\, but full emancipation soon followed\, giving rise to new communities\, traditions\, and cultural resilience. \nAfter emancipation\, August 1 was remembered with religious services\, prayer gatherings\, and community events\, especially in churches led by freed people and their descendants. \nThe day served as a time for reflection and thanksgiving\, honoring both the hardships of slavery and the triumph of freedom. \nOver time\, emancipation celebrations became more formalized\, incorporating parades\, music\, and cultural expression alongside religious observances. \nBy the 20th century\, Emancipation Day had expanded into a larger community festival\, evolving into today's Emancipation Festival. To give the community a long weekend of remembrance and celebration\, the first Monday in August was officially designated as Emancipation Monday\, a public holiday. \nEmancipation Monday is now the centerpiece of the BVI's two-week Emancipation Festival. It is best known for the Grand Parade in Road Town\, where colorful costumes\, floats\, and dancing fill the streets. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/emancipation-monday-bvi/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Emancipation-Monday-BVI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251004T022145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T022555Z UID:10000639-1785715200-1785801599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Commerce Day (Iceland) DESCRIPTION:Once created as a holiday for shopkeepers and workers\, Commerce Day has grown into Iceland's biggest summer festival weekend. It's celebrated with concerts\, camping and community events across the country. \nWhen is Commerce Day?\nCommerce Day in Iceland is celebrated every year on the first Monday in August. \nThe following is the list of Commerce Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Commerce DayAug 03\, 2020Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 02\, 2021Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 01\, 2022Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 07\, 2023Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 05\, 2024Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 04\, 2025Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 03\, 2026Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 02\, 2027Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 07\, 2028Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 06\, 2029Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 05\, 2030Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 04\, 2031Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 02\, 2032Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 01\, 2033Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 07\, 2034Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 06\, 2035Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 04\, 2036Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 03\, 2037Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 02\, 2038Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 01\, 2039Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 06\, 2040Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 05\, 2041Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 04\, 2042Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 03\, 2043Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 01\, 2044Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 07\, 2045Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 06\, 2046Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 05\, 2047Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 03\, 2048Monday \n \n Commerce DayAug 02\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Commerce Day?\nCommerce Day was created in the late 19th to early 20th century as a holiday for shopkeepers and commerce workers. At the time\, most Icelanders worked in farming and fishing\, and those in commerce often had no formal breaks. The holiday was meant to give them a much-needed summer rest. \nThe holiday became officially recognized in the first decades of the 1900s\, aligning with other European traditions of granting workers in trade and services a dedicated day off. It was originally tied to commerce workers\, but gradually other professions also began observing it. \nBy the mid-20th century\, Commerce Day had expanded far beyond its original purpose. Icelanders started using the long weekend for travel\, camping\, and outdoor gatherings\, marking it as the highlight of the summer season. \nToday\, Commerce Day (first Monday of August) is the largest travel and festival weekend in Iceland. While its name still reflects its roots in honoring shopkeepers\, the holiday is now celebrated by all Icelanders as a joyful long weekend of summer fun. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/commerce-day-iceland/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Commerce-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251103T015149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T015418Z UID:10000735-1785715200-1785801599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Carnival Monday (Antigua and Barbuda) DESCRIPTION:Carnival Monday in Antigua and Barbuda marks the vibrant opening of the island's Carnival celebrations. It follows the traditional J'ouvert morning festivities\, when revelers take to the streets before dawn with music\, dancing\, and colorful paint and powder. The day celebrates freedom\, creativity\, and national pride\, tracing its roots to the emancipation of enslaved Africans in 1834 and symbolizing the spirit of liberation and unity across the twin-island nation. \nWhen is Carnival Monday?\nCarnival Monday in Antigua and Barbuda is held on the first Monday in August every year. \nThe following is the list of Carnival Monday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Carnival MondayAug 03\, 2020Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 02\, 2021Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 01\, 2022Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 07\, 2023Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 05\, 2024Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 04\, 2025Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 03\, 2026Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 02\, 2027Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 07\, 2028Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 06\, 2029Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 05\, 2030Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 04\, 2031Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 02\, 2032Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 01\, 2033Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 07\, 2034Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 06\, 2035Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 04\, 2036Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 03\, 2037Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 02\, 2038Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 01\, 2039Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 06\, 2040Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 05\, 2041Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 04\, 2042Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 03\, 2043Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 01\, 2044Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 07\, 2045Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 06\, 2046Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 05\, 2047Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 03\, 2048Monday \n \n Carnival MondayAug 02\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Carnival Monday?\nCarnival Monday in Antigua and Barbuda is one of the most anticipated days of the year\, rooted in both cultural celebration and historical remembrance. Its origins trace back to 1834\, when enslaved Africans in the British Caribbean were officially emancipated. To mark their freedom\, people across the islands gathered in spontaneous street processions filled with drumming\, singing\, and dancing\, a tradition that evolved into modern-day Carnival. \nIn Antigua and Barbuda\, these early celebrations blended African rhythms\, European masquerade customs\, and local storytelling into a unique art form. By the 1950s\, as the country moved toward greater self-governance\, the government formalized Carnival as a national festival\, officially replacing the old "Emancipation Day" holiday. Carnival Monday\, celebrated on the first Monday in August\, became the grand kickoff to a week of festivities. \nThe day begins with J'ouvert\, a pre-dawn street party where thousands of revelers\, covered in paint\, mud\, or powder\, dance behind steel bands and music trucks through the streets of St. John's. As the morning progresses\, it transitions into the Parade of the Bands\, showcasing elaborately designed costumes\, energetic dance troupes\, and the infectious rhythms of calypso and soca music. \nBeyond its spectacle\, Carnival Monday remains a symbol of freedom\, resilience\, and national pride. It commemorates the emancipation of the ancestors while celebrating the enduring creativity and unity of the Antiguan and Barbudan people—a living expression of their journey from oppression to self-expression. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/carnival-monday-antigua-and-barbuda/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Carnival-Monday-Antigua-and-Barbuda.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251001T032844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T034248Z UID:10000610-1785801600-1785887999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Emancipation Tuesday (BVI) DESCRIPTION:Emancipation Tuesday in British Virgin Islands extends the holiday beyond a single day\, showing the depth of importance emancipation holds in the BVI's identity. It keeps alive both the joy of freedom and the cultural pride of Virgin Islanders. \nWhen is Emancipation Tuesday?\nEmancipation Tuesday is observed on the first Tuesday in August. \nThe following is the list of Emancipation Tuesday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 04\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 03\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 02\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 08\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 06\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 05\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 04\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 03\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 08\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 07\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 06\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 05\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 03\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 02\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 08\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 07\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 05\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 04\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 03\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 02\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 07\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 06\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 05\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 04\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 02\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 08\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 07\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 06\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 04\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Emancipation TuesdayAug 03\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Emancipation Tuesday?\nOn August 1\, 1834\, the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire\, ending centuries of slavery in the Virgin Islands. Thousands of enslaved Africans in the BVI were freed\, laying the foundation for the islands' modern society\, culture\, and identity. \nThe first commemorations of emancipation were solemn occasions\, centered around church services\, prayers\, and community reflection. These gatherings focused on gratitude for freedom and remembrance of the hardships of slavery. \nOver time\, they expanded to include festivities\, music\, and community activities\, evolving into cultural celebrations. \nAs emancipation celebrations grew throughout the 19th and 20th centuries\, the observance moved from a single day to a broader festival. By the mid-20th century\, emancipation in the BVI was marked with parades\, concerts\, fairs\, and cultural displays\, transforming into today's Emancipation Festival. \nTo reflect its significance\, the Virgin Islands government designated multiple public holidays during the first week of August: \nToday\, Emancipation Tuesday continues the celebration begun on Monday. While Monday often features the Grand Parade in Road Town\, Tuesday provides a continuation of the festivities\, ensuring the spirit of emancipation remains at the center of community life. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/emancipation-tuesday-bvi/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Emancipation-Tuesday-BVI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251103T020304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T020304Z UID:10000736-1785801600-1785887999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Carnival Tuesday (Antigua and Barbuda) DESCRIPTION:Carnival Tuesday in Antigua and Barbuda is the dazzling climax of the island's Carnival celebrations. Revelers showcase elaborate designs competing for top band honors\, while the atmosphere radiates color\, pride and unity. The day marks the grand finale of the two-week Carnival season\, a joyful tribute to freedom\, creativity and Antiguan and Barbudan cultural heritage that began in the wake of emancipation. \nWhen is Carnival Tuesday?\nCarnival Tuesday in Antigua and Barbuda is held on the first Tuesday in August every year. \nThe following is the list of Carnival Tuesday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 04\, 2020Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 03\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 02\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 08\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 06\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 05\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 04\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 03\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 08\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 07\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 06\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 05\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 03\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 02\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 08\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 07\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 05\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 04\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 03\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 02\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 07\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 06\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 05\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 04\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 02\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 08\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 07\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 06\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 04\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Carnival TuesdayAug 03\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Carnival Tuesday?\nCarnival Tuesday in Antigua and Barbuda stands as the grand finale of the nation's Carnival celebrations\, an event deeply rooted in the commemoration of emancipation and the enduring spirit of freedom. Its origins trace back to 1834\, when enslaved Africans in the British Caribbean gained their freedom. The joy and defiance expressed in the spontaneous post-emancipation street celebrations evolved over time into organized parades and festivals\, blending African traditions\, European masquerade influences\, and Caribbean creativity. \nBy the mid-20th century\, these grassroots festivities transformed into what is now the Antigua Carnival\, officially inaugurated in 1957. This national festival replaced the traditional Emancipation Day observances but preserved their essence—freedom\, resilience and unity. Carnival Tuesday was established as the culminating day\, showcasing the most spectacular display of artistry and revelry. \nThe day's main attraction is the Parade of the Bands\, where costumed groups\, called "mas bands"\, take over the streets of St. John's in a dazzling procession of feathers\, sequins\, and vibrant fabrics. Each band tells a story through its theme\, choreography and music\, while participants compete for prizes in categories such as "Band of the Year" and "Queen of Carnival". \nBeyond its spectacle\, Carnival Tuesday carries symbolic weight. It celebrates the triumph of freedom over oppression\, the creativity of the Antiguan and Barbudan people\, and the unity of the nation. Each year\, it reaffirms a cultural legacy born from emancipation\, transformed through artistry\, and sustained by a shared sense of pride and joy. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/carnival-tuesday-antigua-and-barbuda/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Carnival-Tuesday-Antigua-and-Barbuda.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250902T001145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T001145Z UID:10000483-1785888000-1785974399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Our Lady of Africa DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Africa in Spain refers to the Patroness of Ceuta\, venerated since the 15th century. Her shrine and image remain central to the city's identity\, and her annual feast is one of Ceuta's most important celebrations\, blending faith\, history\, and culture. \nWhen is Our Lady of Africa?\nOur Lady of Africa is celebrated every year on August 5. \nThe following is the list of Our Lady of Africa from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2020Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2021Thursday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2022Friday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2023Saturday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2024Monday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2025Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2027Thursday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2028Saturday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2029Sunday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2030Monday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2031Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2032Thursday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2033Friday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2034Saturday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2035Sunday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2036Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2037Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2038Thursday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2039Friday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2040Sunday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2041Monday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2042Tuesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2043Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2044Friday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2045Saturday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2046Sunday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2047Monday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Our Lady of AfricaAug 05\, 2049Thursday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Our Lady of Africa?\nThe devotion began in the early 15th century after the Portuguese conquest of Ceuta in 1415. \nIn 1421\, King John I of Portugal established the parish of Santa María de África. This marked the introduction of Marian devotion under this title in Ceuta\, a city located on the North African coast but long connected with Iberian Christian tradition. \nThe image of Our Lady of Africa\, a Gothic-style wooden statue of the Virgin Mary with the Child Jesus\, became the spiritual heart of this devotion. \nIn 1580\, when Portugal was united with Spain under Philip II\, devotion to the Virgin in Ceuta gained wider Spanish influence. \nBy the 17th century\, Our Lady of Africa was fully integrated into Spanish religious life and recognized as the Patroness of Ceuta. \nThe Shrine of Our Lady of Africa (Santuario de Nuestra Señora de África) was expanded and became a pilgrimage site. \nHer feast is celebrated on August 5\, with processions through the streets of Ceuta\, religious ceremonies and cultural festivities. She is especially venerated as a protector of sailors and soldiers\, given Ceuta's role as a fortress and port city. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/our-lady-of-africa/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Our-Lady-of-Africa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251001T034020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T034237Z UID:10000612-1785888000-1785974399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Emancipation Wednesday (BVI) DESCRIPTION:Emancipation Wednesday in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is a public holiday\, forming the third and final official holiday of the annual Emancipation Festival. It honors the abolition of slavery on August 1\, 1834\, when the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 freed enslaved Africans across the British Empire\, including the Virgin Islands. \nWhen is Emancipation Wednesday?\nEmancipation Wednesday is observed on the first Wednesday in August. \nThe following is the list of Emancipation Wednesday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 05\, 2020Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 04\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 03\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 09\, 2023Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 07\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 06\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 05\, 2026Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 04\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 09\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 08\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 07\, 2030Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 06\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 04\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 03\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 09\, 2034Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 08\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 06\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 05\, 2037Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 04\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 03\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 08\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 07\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 06\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 05\, 2043Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 03\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 09\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 08\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 07\, 2047Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 05\, 2048Wednesday \n \n Emancipation WednesdayAug 04\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Emancipation Wednesday?\nOn August 1\, 1834\, the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire\, ending slavery in the Virgin Islands and freeing thousands of enslaved Africans. The day marked a turning point in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) history\, laying the foundation for its modern society and culture. \nIn the years following emancipation\, August 1 was commemorated with religious services\, thanksgiving gatherings and community reflection. These early observances were solemn\, focused on remembering slavery's hardships and celebrating newfound freedom. \nBy the late 19th and early 20th centuries\, celebrations expanded beyond church ceremonies\, incorporating music\, dance and food. Over time\, emancipation observances stretched across multiple days\, gradually evolving into today's Emancipation Festival\, the largest annual event in the BVI. \nTo reflect this growth\, the government officially recognized a sequence of three public holidays Emancipation Monday (first Monday in August)\, Emancipation Tuesday (first Tuesday) and Emancipation Wednesday (first Wednesday). \nToday\, Emancipation Wednesday serves as the third and final official public holiday of the festival week. While Monday is best known for the Grand Parade\, Wednesday maintains the festival's rhythm\, closing the official observances with community unity and cultural pride. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/emancipation-wednesday-bvi/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Emancipation-Wednesday-BVI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250820T053038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T053833Z UID:10000437-1786233600-1786319999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples Day Suriname DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Peoples' Day in Suriname began with the UN's 1994 declaration and is dedicated to the country's first peoples—the Lokono\, Kaliña\, Trio\, Wayana\, and others. It blends cultural celebrations with political advocacy\, highlighting Indigenous contributions while pressing for land rights\, environmental protection\, and cultural preservation. \nWhen is Indigenous Peoples Day?\nIndigenous Peoples Day in Suriname is celebrated on August 9 every year. \nThe following is the list of Indigenous Peoples Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2020Sunday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2021Monday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2022Tuesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2023Wednesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2024Friday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2025Saturday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2026Sunday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2027Monday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2028Wednesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2029Thursday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2030Friday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2031Saturday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2032Monday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2033Tuesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2034Wednesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2035Thursday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2036Saturday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2037Sunday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2038Monday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2039Tuesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2040Thursday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2041Friday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2042Saturday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2043Sunday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2044Tuesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2045Wednesday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2046Thursday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2047Friday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2048Sunday \n \n Indigenous Peoples DayAug 09\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Indigenous Peoples Day?\nIn 1994\, the United Nations proclaimed August 9 as the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. \nThe date commemorates the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations in 1982. The aim was to recognize Indigenous peoples' rights\, cultures\, and contributions while raising awareness of issues like land rights\, discrimination\, and environmental protection. \nSuriname officially joined global observance of August 9 to highlight the role and struggles of its Indigenous peoples\, who are considered the first inhabitants of the land. \nThe day became both a cultural celebration and a political platform for Indigenous organizations to advocate for rights\, especially land ownership and recognition. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/indigenous-peoples-day-suriname/ CATEGORIES:Political Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Indigenous-Peoples-Day-Suriname.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250909T055349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T055349Z UID:10000502-1786233600-1786319999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:National Women's Day DESCRIPTION:National Women's Day commemorates the 1956 Women's March to the Union Buildings in Pretoria\, when more than 20\,000 women of all races protested against the apartheid government's pass laws. These laws required Black South Africans to carry pass books (internal passports)\, restricting their movement and reinforcing racial segregation. \nWhen is National Women's Day?\nNational Women's Day is celebrated every year on August 9. \nThe following is the list of National Women's Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2020Sunday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2021Monday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2022Tuesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2023Wednesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2024Friday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2025Saturday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2026Sunday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2027Monday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2028Wednesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2029Thursday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2030Friday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2031Saturday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2032Monday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2033Tuesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2034Wednesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2035Thursday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2036Saturday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2037Sunday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2038Monday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2039Tuesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2040Thursday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2041Friday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2042Saturday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2043Sunday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2044Tuesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2045Wednesday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2046Thursday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2047Friday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2048Sunday \n \n National Women's DayAug 09\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of National Women's Day?\nOn August 9\, 1956\, more than 20\,000 women of all races marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest the apartheid government's pass laws. These laws forced Black South Africans to carry internal passports (known as "passes") that restricted their freedom of movement\, employment and residence. The march was one of the largest demonstrations in South African history at the time. \nThe women delivered petitions to the prime minister's office and then stood in thirty minutes of silent protest—a powerful act of defiance. Afterwards\, they sang "You strike a woman\, you strike a rock"\, a phrase that has since become a symbol of women's resilience and strength in South Africa. \nThe 1956 march was a turning point in the struggle against apartheid\, showing that women were not only victims of discriminatory laws but also leaders in resistance. Their courage challenged both racial oppression and gender inequality\, inspiring future generations to continue the fight for justice. \nAfter the end of apartheid (1948–1994)\, the democratic government declared August 9 as National Women's Day to honour the women who marched in 1956 and to celebrate women's contributions to freedom and equality. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/national-womens-day/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/National-Womens-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250913T153254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T153254Z UID:10000540-1786233600-1786319999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:National Day (Singapore) DESCRIPTION:National Day in Singapore is a public holiday celebrated every year to mark the country's independence from Malaysia in 1965. \nWhen is National Day?\nNational Day in Singapore is celebrated on August 9 every year. \nThe following is the list of National Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n National DayAug 09\, 2020Sunday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2021Monday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2022Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2023Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2024Friday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2025Saturday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2026Sunday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2027Monday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2028Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2029Thursday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2030Friday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2031Saturday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2032Monday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2033Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2034Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2035Thursday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2036Saturday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2037Sunday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2038Monday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2039Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2040Thursday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2041Friday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2042Saturday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2043Sunday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2044Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2045Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2046Thursday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2047Friday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2048Sunday \n \n National DayAug 09\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of National Day?\nSingapore was part of the Straits Settlements under British colonial rule until World War II. \nAfter the Japanese Occupation (1942–1945)\, Singapore returned to British control but grew restless for self-governance. In 1959\, Singapore became a self-governing state\, with Lee Kuan Yew as its first Prime Minister. \nIn 1963\, Singapore merged with Malaysia\, hoping to gain economic and political stability. However\, tensions quickly arose over political ideologies\, racial policies\, and economic disagreements. \nOn August 9\, 1965\, Singapore was expelled from Malaysia and declared an independent republic. \nThe separation was a profound moment: Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's tearful announcement on television captured the uncertainty and emotional weight of independence. \nSingapore's first National Day was celebrated on August 9\, 1966\, marking the first anniversary of independence. \nToday\, National Day is not only about independence but also about reflecting on Singapore's journey from a small island nation to a global hub. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/national-day-singapore/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/National-Day-Singapore.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251003T030611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T030611Z UID:10000622-1786233600-1786406399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Father's Day (Samoa) DESCRIPTION:Father's Day in Samoa honors fathers through church services\, family feasts and cultural gatherings\, reflecting the central role of fathers in Samoan family and community life. \nWhen is Father's Day?\nFather's Day in Samoa is celebrated on the second Sunday in August\, with the following Monday observed as a public holiday. \nThe following is the list of Father's Day Holiday (Monday) from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Father's DayAug 10\, 2020Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 09\, 2021Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 15\, 2022Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 14\, 2023Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 12\, 2024Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 11\, 2025Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 10\, 2026Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 09\, 2027Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 14\, 2028Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 13\, 2029Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 12\, 2030Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 11\, 2031Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 16\, 2032Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 15\, 2033Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 14\, 2034Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 13\, 2035Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 11\, 2036Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 10\, 2037Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 16\, 2038Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 15\, 2039Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 13\, 2040Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 12\, 2041Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 11\, 2042Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 10\, 2043Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 15\, 2044Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 14\, 2045Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 13\, 2046Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 12\, 2047Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 10\, 2048Monday \n \n Father's DayAug 16\, 2049Monday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Father's Day?\nFather's Day began in the early 20th century in the United States\, first celebrated in 1910 in Spokane\, Washington\, to honor fathers alongside the growing recognition of Mother's Day. \nThe idea spread globally through Christian churches and Western cultural influence\, especially after World War II\, when many countries adopted it as an official or popular observance. \nChristianity has been central to Samoan life since the 19th century\, shaping national traditions and family celebrations. By the mid-20th century\, Samoa had already embraced Mother's Day as both a church and public holiday. Father's Day naturally followed\, encouraged by church communities and reinforced by the government. \nTo ensure fathers received equal recognition\, the Government of Samoa established Father's Day as a national public holiday. \nToday\, Father's Day in Samoa is celebrated with a mix of Christian devotion\, cultural pride\, and modern gift-giving traditions. It underscores the central role of fathers in Samoan society as leaders of the family\, providers\, and community figures\, while also highlighting the island's emphasis on family unity and balance by equally honoring mothers and fathers. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/fathers-day-samoa/ CATEGORIES:People ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Fathers-Day-Samoa.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260812 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251015T045543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T045543Z UID:10000723-1786406400-1786492799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Mountain Day (Japan) DESCRIPTION:Mountain Day was established to give people an opportunity to appreciate mountains and nature\, recognizing their cultural and spiritual importance in Japan's landscape. Many people spend the day hiking\, camping\, or visiting scenic mountain areas. The holiday highlights Japan's deep respect for nature and encourages outdoor recreation and environmental awareness. \nWhen is Mountain Day?\nMountain Day is celebrated in Japan on August 11 each year. \nThe following is the list of Mountain Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Mountain DayAug 10\, 2020Monday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2021Wednesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2022Thursday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2023Friday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2024Sunday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2025Monday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2026Tuesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2027Wednesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2028Friday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2029Saturday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2030Sunday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2031Monday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2032Wednesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2033Thursday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2034Friday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2035Saturday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2036Monday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2037Tuesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2038Wednesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2039Thursday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2040Saturday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2041Sunday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2042Monday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2043Tuesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2044Thursday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2045Friday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2046Saturday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2047Sunday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2048Tuesday \n \n Mountain DayAug 11\, 2049Wednesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Mountain Day?\nMountain Day is one of Japan's newest national holidays\, created to encourage appreciation of the nation's rich natural landscapes and to promote outdoor activities. \nThe idea for Mountain Day originated from mountaineering and nature organizations\, including the Japanese Alpine Club\, which proposed the holiday to celebrate Japan's deep cultural connection with mountains. Mountains have long held spiritual and cultural significance in Japan\, featuring prominently in Shinto and Buddhist traditions as sacred places believed to house gods. \nIn 2014\, Japan's National Diet officially established Mountain Day\, making it the 16th national holiday. It was first celebrated in 2016\, with the purpose stated as "to provide opportunities to get familiar with mountains and appreciate their blessings". The date\, August 11\, was chosen partly because it fits conveniently within the summer season and partly because the numbers "8" (山's two peaks) and "11" (two trees side by side) visually evoke the image of mountains. \nIn 2020\, the date was temporarily moved to August 10 to align with the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics\, but it returned to August 11 the following year. \nToday\, Mountain Day is celebrated with hiking events\, mountain festivals\, and community clean-ups across the country. From Mount Fuji to the Japanese Alps\, people use the day to reconnect with nature\, enjoy Japan's scenic landscapes\, and reflect on the harmony between humans and the natural world. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/mountain-day-japan/ CATEGORIES:Cultural Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mountain-Day-Japan.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251007T221348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T021025Z UID:10000675-1786665600-1786751999@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Oued Ed-Dahab Day DESCRIPTION:Oued Ed-Dahab Day in Morocco commemorates the 1979 reintegration of the Oued Ed-Dahab region into Morocco\, celebrating national unity\, sovereignty\, and the completion of the kingdom's territorial integrity. \nWhen is Oued Ed-Dahab Day?\nOued Ed-Dahab Day in Morocco is celebrated on August 14 every year. \nThe following is the list of Oued Ed-Dahab Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2020Friday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2021Saturday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2022Sunday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2023Monday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2025Thursday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2026Friday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2027Saturday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2028Monday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2030Wednesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2031Thursday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2032Saturday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2033Sunday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2034Monday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2036Thursday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2037Friday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2038Saturday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2039Sunday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2042Thursday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2043Friday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2044Sunday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2045Monday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2047Wednesday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2048Friday \n \n Oued Ed-Dahab DayAug 14\, 2049Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Oued Ed-Dahab Day?\nThe Oued Ed-Dahab region (also known as Rio de Oro) is located in the southern part of Morocco's Sahara. Under Spanish colonial rule from the late 19th century\, the area became part of Spanish Sahara\, along with Laayoune and other southern territories. Following Morocco's independence in 1956\, the country began pursuing the reunification of its historic lands\, aiming to reclaim territories under Spanish control. \nThe turning point came after the Green March of November 1975\, when 350\,000 unarmed Moroccan civilians peacefully marched into the Sahara to affirm Morocco's claim to the region. Spain agreed to withdraw\, and the Madrid Accords (November 14\, 1975) led to the gradual transfer of administrative control to Morocco and Mauritania. \nWhile Mauritania later withdrew from the southern portion in 1979\, Morocco formally reintegrated the Oued Ed-Dahab region into its territory that same year. \nOn August 14\, 1979\, local tribal leaders and representatives of the Oued Ed-Dahab region pledged allegiance to King Hassan II in a public ceremony in Rabat. This event symbolized the return of the region to the Moroccan homeland and reaffirmed the unity between the monarchy and the Saharan tribes. \nThe day became known as Oued Ed-Dahab Day\, commemorating Morocco's continued process of territorial recovery. \nEach year on August 14\, Morocco celebrates Oued Ed-Dahab Day as a national event of unity and sovereignty. It also serves to highlight development efforts in the southern provinces\, reflecting Morocco's ongoing investment in the region. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/oued-ed-dahab-day/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Oued-Ed-Dahab-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250907T002203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T002452Z UID:10000494-1786752000-1786838399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Liberation Day (South Korea) DESCRIPTION:Liberation Day marks both Korea's liberation from Japan in 1945 and the founding of the Republic of Korea in 1948. It was officially declared a holiday in 1949 and is celebrated each year as a day of remembrance\, pride\, and national unity. \nWhen is Liberation Birthday?\nLiberation Birthday in South Korea is celebrated on August 15. \nThe following is the list of Liberation Birthday from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2020Saturday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2021Sunday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2022Monday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2023Tuesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2024Thursday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2025Friday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2026Saturday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2027Sunday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2028Tuesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2029Wednesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2030Thursday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2031Friday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2032Sunday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2033Monday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2034Tuesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2035Wednesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2036Friday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2037Saturday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2038Sunday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2039Monday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2040Wednesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2041Thursday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2042Friday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2043Saturday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2044Monday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2045Tuesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2046Wednesday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2047Thursday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2048Saturday \n \n Liberation DayAug 15\, 2049Sunday \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Liberation Birthday?\nKorea was formally annexed by Japan in 1910\, beginning 35 years of colonial occupation. \nDuring this period\, the Korean language and culture were suppressed\, land and resources were exploited\, many Koreans were forced into labor or military service\, and independence movements (like the March 1st Movement of 1919) were brutally suppressed. \nOn August 15\, 1945\, Japan announced its surrender in World War II after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the Soviet Union's entry into the war. \nThis surrender brought an end to Japanese colonial rule in Korea. The day was celebrated as Gwangbokjeol (광복절)\, literally "Restoration of Light Day"\, symbolizing the return of national sovereignty after decades of darkness. \nFollowing liberation\, Korea was divided at the 38th parallel\, with the Soviet Union occupying the North and the United States the South. \nOn August 15\, 1948\, the Republic of Korea (South Korea) was officially established\, with Syngman Rhee as its first president. On the same date\, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) was proclaimed in September 1948. \nThus\, August 15 is tied not only to liberation but also to the birth of the modern Korean state in the South. \nLiberation Day was first celebrated in 1946\, one year after independence. In 1949\, it was officially designated as a national holiday in South Korea\, and it remains one of the country's most important public holidays. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/liberation-day-south-korea/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Liberation-Day-South-Korea.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260818 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251014T022138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T022138Z UID:10000713-1786924800-1787011199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Independence Day (Indonesia) DESCRIPTION:Independence Day\, or Hari Kemerdekaan\, commemorates Indonesia's proclamation of independence from Dutch colonial rule in 1945. On this day\, Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta declared Indonesia a sovereign nation\, marking the birth of the Republic. \nWhen is Independence Day?\nIndependence Day in Indonesia is celebrated every August 17 every year. \nThe following is the list of Independence Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2020Monday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2023Thursday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2024Saturday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2025Sunday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2026Monday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2028Thursday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2029Friday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2030Saturday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2031Sunday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2034Thursday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2035Friday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2036Sunday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2037Monday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2040Friday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2041Saturday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2042Sunday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2043Monday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2045Thursday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2046Friday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2047Saturday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2048Monday \n \n Independence DayAug 17\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Independence Day?\nIndonesia's Independence Day marks the nation's liberation from centuries of colonial rule. The journey to independence was long and complex\, shaped by resistance\, diplomacy\, and a strong spirit of nationalism. \nDuring the 17th to early 20th centuries\, Indonesia was under Dutch control as part of the Dutch East Indies\, with a brief period of British rule in the early 1800s. In 1942\, during World War II\, Japan occupied Indonesia\, ending Dutch dominance but introducing a new form of control. The Japanese occupation\, however\, played a key role in fostering Indonesian nationalism — it allowed local leaders to organize\, train\, and plan for self-governance. \nAs Japan's defeat in the war became imminent in 1945\, Indonesian leaders Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta seized the opportunity. On August 17\, 1945\, Sukarno read the Proclamation of Independence (Proklamasi Kemerdekaan) at his home in Jakarta\, declaring Indonesia a free and sovereign nation. \nThe declaration was just the beginning\, it triggered the Indonesian National Revolution (1945–1949)\, a four-year struggle against Dutch attempts to reassert control. After diplomatic negotiations and armed conflict\, the Netherlands formally recognized Indonesia's independence on December 27\, 1949. \nToday\, August 17 stands as a symbol of Indonesia's unity\, resilience and the unyielding spirit of its people in their pursuit of freedom and nationhood. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/independence-day-indonesia/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Independence-Day-Indonesia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251003T221019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T221133Z UID:10000633-1787184000-1787270399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:National Day (Hungary) DESCRIPTION:National Day in Hungary honors St. Stephen I\, the nation's first king and founder of the Hungarian state. Marked by church processions\, parades and grand fireworks over the Danube\, it symbolizes Hungary's statehood\, Christian heritage and national unity. \nWhen is National Day?\nNational Day in Hungary is celebrated on August 20. \nThe following is the list of National Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n National DayAug 20\, 2020Thursday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2021Friday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2022Saturday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2023Sunday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2024Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2025Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2026Thursday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2027Friday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2028Sunday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2029Monday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2030Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2031Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2032Friday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2033Saturday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2034Sunday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2035Monday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2036Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2037Thursday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2038Friday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2039Saturday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2040Monday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2041Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2042Wednesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2043Thursday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2044Saturday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2045Sunday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2046Monday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2047Tuesday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2048Thursday \n \n National DayAug 20\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of National Day?\nHungary's National Day traces its origins to King Stephen I (St. Stephen)\, crowned around 1000 AD\, who unified the Hungarian tribes and converted the nation to Christianity. \nHe established strong central authority\, created dioceses\, and linked Hungary with Western Europe. Stephen's reign is considered the birth of the Hungarian state. \nAfter his death in 1038\, Stephen was canonized as a saint in 1083 by Pope Gregory VII. His feast day was set on August 20\, and it became both a religious and national commemoration. Medieval Hungary honored St. Stephen as both a king and a saint\, guardian of the nation. \nDuring the centuries of Ottoman occupation (16th–17th centuries)\, the day remained a religious observance but was less nationally prominent. Under Habsburg rule\, celebrations of St. Stephen's Day were revived as a way to preserve Hungarian national identity. \nBy the 19th century\, August 20 had grown into a national holiday\, symbolizing Hungary's Christian roots and historical continuity. After the fall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1918\, the holiday became even more central to Hungarian national pride. \nIn 1949\, under communist rule\, the government tried to suppress its religious significance and rebranded it as Constitution Day\, celebrating the new socialist constitution. \nAfter the fall of communism in 1989\, the holiday was restored to its original form as St. Stephen's Day. It regained its full meaning as Hungary's National Day\, celebrating statehood\, Christianity\, and independence. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/national-day-hungary/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/National-Day-Hungary.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20251008T021649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T021847Z UID:10000676-1787184000-1787270399@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Revolution Day (Morocco) DESCRIPTION:Revolution Day in Morocco commemorates the 1953 exile of King Mohammed V by French colonial authorities and the ensuing national uprising\, symbolizing Morocco's unity\, resistance\, and struggle for independence. \nWhen is Revolution Day?\nRevolution Day in Morocco is celebrated on August 20 every year. \nThe following is the list of Revolution Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2020Thursday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2021Friday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2022Saturday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2023Sunday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2024Tuesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2025Wednesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2026Thursday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2027Friday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2028Sunday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2029Monday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2030Tuesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2031Wednesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2032Friday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2033Saturday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2034Sunday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2035Monday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2036Wednesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2037Thursday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2038Friday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2039Saturday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2040Monday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2041Tuesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2042Wednesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2043Thursday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2044Saturday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2045Sunday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2046Monday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2047Tuesday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2048Thursday \n \n Revolution DayAug 20\, 2049Friday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Revolution Day?\nDuring the early 20th century\, Morocco was under French and Spanish protectorate rule (established in 1912). Moroccan nationalists increasingly demanded independence and the restoration of sovereignty\, rallying around Sultan Mohammed V\, who supported gradual reforms and resisted colonial control. \nOn August 20\, 1953\, French colonial authorities deposed and exiled Sultan Mohammed V and his family to Corsica\, and later to Madagascar\, for refusing to cooperate with colonial policies. \nThe French replaced him with Ben Arafa\, a puppet ruler with no popular support. The exile of the beloved Sultan was a turning point and it ignited widespread outrage and resistance throughout Morocco. \nFollowing the exile\, violent protests\, strikes and acts of rebellion broke out across the country. Ordinary citizens\, tribal leaders\, and nationalist movements united in what became known as the Revolution of the King and the People (Thawrat al-Malik wa al-Sha'b). \nThis unity between the monarch and his people became a defining symbol of the Moroccan independence struggle. The resistance continued for two years\, marked by political organization\, armed resistance\, and diplomatic pressure on France. \nIn 1955\, under growing international and domestic pressure\, France agreed to negotiate with Moroccan nationalists. King Mohammed V returned triumphantly to Morocco on November 16\, 1955\, greeted by massive crowds. Just months later\, on March 2\, 1956\, Morocco regained its independence from France. \nTo honor the shared sacrifices of the monarchy and the people\, August 20 was declared Revolution of the King and the People Day\, often shortened to Revolution Day. The holiday celebrates the unity\, loyalty and patriotism that led to Morocco's liberation and continues to define its national identity. \nRevolution Day symbolizes the unbreakable bond between the King and the Moroccan people. It represents resistance against oppression\, the triumph of unity\, and Morocco's enduring commitment to independence and progress. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/revolution-day-morocco/ CATEGORIES:Historical Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Revolution-Day-Morocco.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822 DTSTAMP:20260412T231327 CREATED:20250913T234500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T234500Z UID:10000551-1787270400-1787356799@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Ninoy Aquino Day DESCRIPTION:Ninoy Aquino Day honors the life and sacrifice of Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.\, whose assassination in 1983 helped ignite the movement that toppled dictatorship and restored democracy in the Philippines. \nWhen is Ninoy Aquino Day?\nNinoy Aquino Day in Philippines is celebrated every year on August 21. \nThe following is the list of Ninoy Aquino Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2020Friday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2021Saturday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2022Sunday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2023Monday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2025Thursday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2026Friday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2027Saturday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2028Monday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2030Wednesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2031Thursday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2032Saturday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2033Sunday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2034Monday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2036Thursday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2037Friday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2038Saturday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2039Sunday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2042Thursday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2043Friday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2044Sunday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2045Monday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2047Wednesday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2048Friday \n \n Independence DayJun 12\, 2049Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Ninoy Aquino Day?\nBenigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. was a journalist\, mayor\, governor\, and later a senator\, known for his charisma and leadership. \nHe was a strong critic of President Ferdinand Marcos\, particularly after Marcos declared martial law in 1972. Aquino was imprisoned for nearly 8 years on charges widely seen as politically motivated. \nIn 1980\, after suffering a heart attack in prison\, he was allowed to go to the United States for medical treatment and later lived in exile with his family. \nDespite warnings to stay away\, Ninoy decided to return to the Philippines in 1983\, believing it was his duty to fight for democracy. \nOn August 21\, 1983\, upon arrival at the Manila International Airport\, he was assassinated as he was escorted off the plane. His murder shocked the nation and became a catalyst for widespread protests against the Marcos regime. \nAquino's assassination galvanized Filipinos across all sectors of society. Massive protests and civil disobedience movements grew\, uniting the opposition. His death directly contributed to the People Power Revolution of 1986\, which toppled Marcos and brought Ninoy's widow\, Corazon "Cory" Aquino\, to the presidency—the first female president of the Philippines. \nIn 2004\, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo signed Republic Act No. 9256\, declaring August 21 of every year as Ninoy Aquino Day. \nThe law recognized Ninoy's assassination as the spark that ignited a renewed fight for freedom and democracy. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/ninoy-aquino-day/ CATEGORIES:People ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Independence-Day-Philippines.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR