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October 2025
October 12 - October 13

Lotu a Tamaiti

Lotu a Tamaiti translates to "Children’s Worship", and the holiday is also called White Sunday. It is a day dedicated to honoring children, recognizing their place in families, churches and Samoan society.
October 13

Columbus Day

Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. This day is a subject of controversy as it also marks the beginning of the colonization of the Americas and the subsequent impact on Native American peoples. While some celebrate this day in honor of Columbus' achievements, others observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead, recognizing the history and culture of indigenous people affected by European colonization.
October 13 Indigenous Peoples' Day

American Indian Heritage Day in Alabama

American Indian Heritage Day is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
October 13 Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day in Maine

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
October 13

Yorktown Victory Day

Yorktown Victory Day commemorates the decisive victory at the Battle of Yorktown, which was the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.
October 13 Indigenous Peoples' Day

Native Americans Day in South Dakota

Native Americans Day is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
October 13 Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
October 13

Fraternal Day

Fraternal Day is a holiday observed in the United States, particularly associated with Alabama, where it was originally established to promote unity and harmony among different organizations and people. The purpose was to foster goodwill and cooperation across racial, religious, and organizational lines.
October 13

Thanksgiving Day in Canada

Thanksgiving Day in Canada is a national holiday dedicated to giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. The day is marked by family gatherings, feasts, and expressions of gratitude.
October 13

Puerto Rico Friendship Day

Puerto Rico Friendship Day is celebrated in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This holiday was officially established in 1964 to honor the cultural, historical, and familial ties between Puerto Ricans and Virgin Islanders.
October 13

National Heritage Day

National Heritage Day in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) celebrates the islands’ cultural traditions, historical legacy, and community identity, with a strong emphasis on intergenerational knowledge, storytelling, and heritage preservation.
October 13

National Heroes' Day in The Bahamas

National Heroes' Day in The Bahamas is a public holiday dedicated to honoring Bahamian national heroes, individuals who made significant contributions to the country’s development, independence, and cultural identity.