Events
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Labour Day (Belarus)
Labour Day in Belarus honors workers' contributions and the dignity of labour. The day is marked with festive parades, concerts and community gatherings, where people enjoy the arrival of spring, express solidarity, and celebrate social and economic achievements. Labour Day reflects both the historic spirit of workers’ unity and the modern joy of renewal and togetherness.
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Labour Day (Belgium)
Labour Day in Belgium is a public holiday dedicated to honoring workers and the labour movement. The holiday recognizes the struggles and achievements of those who fought for fair working conditions and social progress. The day features union marches, political gatherings and community festivals, often accompanied by speeches and concerts. For many Belgians, it is also a cherished spring holiday.
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Labour Day (Brazil)
Labour Day in Brazil honors workers and their contributions to the nation's progress. The holiday reflects both social achievements and ongoing struggles for workers' rights. Introduced in the late 19th century and officially recognized in 1925, it became a symbol of unity and labor solidarity.
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Labour Day (Serbia)
Labour Day in Serbia is both a recognition of the international labor movement and a national holiday of rest and celebration, marked by family picnics, cultural events, and occasional union demonstrations.
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Day of Madrid
The Day of Madrid commemorates the 1808 uprising, a pivotal moment when ordinary citizens resisted Napoleon’s occupation. Though suppressed, it became a lasting symbol of freedom and regional pride, and since 1983 it has also represented the autonomy of Madrid within Spain.
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Constitution Day (Poland)
Constitution Day in Poland commemorates the adoption of the Polish Constitution of 1791, the first modern constitution in Europe and the second in the world after the United States. It symbolizes Poland's commitment to freedom, democracy, and national unity. Today, it is one of Poland's most important national holidays, marked by patriotic parades, concerts and ceremonies across the country.
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Constitution Day (Japan)
Constitution Day commemorates the enforcement of Japan’s postwar Constitution of 1947, which established democracy, pacifism and the sovereignty of the people. The day encourages citizens to reflect on the meaning of democracy and peace in modern Japan. It is also part of Golden Week, a series of national holidays when museums, government buildings and cultural sites often hold special events and open houses.
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Coronation Day in Thailand
Coronation Day in Thailand was also known as Wan Chatramongkhon. It commemorates the formal coronation of the reigning monarch and highlights the sacred and historical traditions of the Thai monarchy.
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May Bank Holiday (Ireland)
The May Bank Holiday in Ireland is rooted in both ancient Celtic Beltane traditions and modern labor rights movements. Today, it marks the start of summer, with festivals, sports and community gatherings across the country.
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St. Florian's Day
St. Florian’s Day is one of Upper Austria’s most meaningful regional feast days. It honors St. Florian, the patron saint of the region and of firefighters, through religious pilgrimages to St. Florian Monastery, firefighter ceremonies and community festivals, keeping alive traditions that date back to the early Middle Ages.
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Early May Bank Holiday (IOM)
The Early May Bank Holiday in the Isle of Man (IOM) is providing a springtime long weekend. It reflects wider British and European traditions linked to May Day and International Workers’ Day, and is marked locally with community fairs, family activities, and a seasonal break.
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Early May Bank Holiday (Jersey)
The Early May Bank Holiday in Jersey marks the arrival of spring and offering islanders a well-earned break. Rooted in ancient May Day traditions and later tied to the workers' rights movement, it has evolved into a non-political holiday focused on rest, community, and enjoying Jersey's natural beauty. Many residents spend the long weekend outdoors—walking along beaches, attending local fairs, or welcoming the start of the summer season.