Ill Full Moon Poya Day
Ill Full Moon Poya commemorates the Buddha’s sending forth of 60 disciples to spread the Dhamma, marking the beginning of missionary Buddhism. It also recalls the inclusion of Sariputta and Moggallana’s followers into the Sangha.
The 1949 Great March And Restoration Day
The 1949 Great March forced the restoration of the Virgin Islands' legislature in 1950, marking the rebirth of self-government. The holiday is celebrated as a day of unity, resilience and political awakening in the BVI.
Independence Day Suriname
Independence Day in Suriname commemorates the country's peaceful independence from the Netherlands in 1975. Marked by ceremonies, flag-raising, parades and cultural events, it is a national celebration of freedom and Suriname’s multicultural identity.
Thanksgiving Day in USA
Thanksgiving Day in the United States is a significant holiday traditionally celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. This holiday has its roots in early colonial times as a harvest festival, and it is a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the harvest and of the preceding year.
Family Day in Nevada
Family Day in Nevada is a day dedicated to celebrating the importance of family connections and fostering strong relationships among family members. Nevada places a strong emphasis on family values and community well-being.
Native American Heritage Day in Washington
Native American Heritage Day is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
American Indian Heritage Day in Maryland
American Indian Heritage Day, also Indigenous Peoples' Day or Native Americans Day, is a celebration that honors the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American peoples in the United States.
Independence Day (Albania)
Independence Day in Albania marks the 1912 declaration of independence from the Ottoman Empire in Vlorë, symbolizing national unity, freedom and the rebirth of the Albanian state.
Unity Day (Vanuatu)
Unity Day in Vanuatu is a national public holiday dedicated to honoring the unity of the country’s many islands, cultures, and linguistic groups, which was especially important during the formation of the modern Vanuatu nation.
Liberation Day (Albania)
Liberation Day in Albania marks the end of Nazi occupation in 1944 and Albania’s liberation during World War II, honoring the bravery of the partisans who fought for freedom and the nation’s sovereignty.
St. Andrew's Day
St. Andrew's Day honors St. Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the patron saint of Scotland, Greece, Russia and other countries. It is a day of religious observance and cultural celebration, especially in Scotland, where it is a national holiday.
Independence Day Yemen
Independence Day in Yemen marks the day in 1967 when South Yemen (then the People’s Republic of South Yemen) gained full independence from British colonial rule after 128 years of occupation.