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Gawai Dayak
Gawai Dayak is an annual festival celebrated in the Malaysian state of Sarawak to honor the Dayak people, the indigenous groups of Sarawak, including the Iban, Bidayuh, and Orang Ulu communities. It is a thanksgiving and harvest festival marking the end of the rice harvesting season and the beginning of a new agricultural cycle.
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Jefferson Davis's Birthday
Jefferson Davis's Birthday is observed as a state holiday in some parts of the United States, particularly in the South. Jefferson Davis (1808–1889) was the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. The holiday commemorates his life and contributions to the Confederacy.
Agong's Birthday
The Agong’s Birthday, also known as the Official Birthday of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, is a significant public holiday in Malaysia that celebrates the birthday of the country’s King (Yang di-Pertuan Agong). It is a day to honor the Malaysian monarch and the constitutional monarchy system.
Reconciliation Day
Reconciliation Day is a public holiday observed in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), marking the beginning of National Reconciliation Week. It is a time to reflect on the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, acknowledging past injustices and promoting unity and understanding.
Western Australia Day
Western Australia Day marks the founding of the Swan River Colony (now Perth) by British settlers in 1829. The holiday was originally called Foundation Day but was renamed in 2012 to recognize all Western Australians, including Aboriginal Australians, as part of the state's history.
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Martyr's Day (Uganda)
Martyrs' Day in Uganda commemorates the execution of 45 Christian converts, known as the Ugandan Martyrs, between 1885 and 1887 by order of King Mwanga II of Buganda. This solemn occasion has grown into one of the largest religious pilgrimages in Africa, drawing millions of faithful from across the continent.
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Arafat Day
Arafat Day is an important day in the Islamic calendar, and it is a significant day for Muslims worldwide, particularly for those performing the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
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Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the two major Islamic holidays, celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It occurs annually during the Islamic lunar month of Dhu al-Hijjah, following the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.
Hari Raya Haji
Hari Raya Haji, also known as Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant Islamic celebrations. It honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to Allah’s command.
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Pentecost
Pentecost, also known as Whit Sunday, is one of the most significant feast days in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus. This event is often referred to as the birth of the Christian Church because it marks the beginning of the Apostles' public ministry to spread the Gospel.
Orthodox Pentecost
Orthodox Pentecost is one of the Great Feasts of the Eastern Orthodox Church. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, marking the fulfillment of Christ's promise to send the Spirit to guide and empower the Church. Orthodox Pentecost is rich in theological significance, liturgical traditions, and cultural customs.
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Pentecost Monday
Pentecost Monday, also known as Whit Monday, is the day following Pentecost Sunday, celebrated by Christians to continue the commemoration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is recognized in many parts of the world.
Orthodox Pentecost Monday
Orthodox Pentecost Monday is part of the Afterfeast of Pentecost, continuing the celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is a day of significant liturgical and cultural importance in Eastern Orthodoxy, marked by prayers, traditions and community gatherings that honor the work of the Holy Spirit and the revelation of the Holy Trinity.
King's Birthday in Australia
The King’s Birthday is a public holiday celebrated in Australia to honor the reigning monarch’s birthday. While the actual birthday of King Charles III is on November 14, the holiday is traditionally observed on the second Monday in June in most Australian states and territories.
National Heroes' Day (Uganda)
National Heroes' Day is a day to honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives or made extraordinary contributions to Uganda’s liberation, peace and development. Many of these individuals are associated with the National Resistance Army (NRA) struggle that led to the current government's rise to power in 1986.
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King Kamehameha I Day
King Kamehameha I Day is a state holiday in Hawaiʻi to honor King Kamehameha I (1758–1819), the first monarch to unite the Hawaiian Islands under a single rule. Known as Kamehameha the Great, he is celebrated for his leadership, vision, and contributions to the foundation of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi.
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King's Birthday (Tuvalu)
King’s Birthday in Tuvalu is a national public holiday, and it honors the official birthday of the reigning British monarch, who serves as Head of State in Tuvalu, a Commonwealth realm and constitutional monarchy.
King's Birthday (Turks and Caicos Islands)
King’s Birthday in the Turks and Caicos Islands is a public holiday that celebrates the official birthday of the reigning British monarch, currently King Charles III. As a British Overseas Territory, the Turks and Caicos Islands observe the King’s Birthday in line with the tradition followed across many Commonwealth realms and territories.
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Sultan of Kedah's Birthday
The Sultan of Kedah's Birthday is an annual celebration in the Malaysian state of Kedah, honoring the reigning Sultan. This day is observed as a public holiday in Kedah, allowing citizens to participate in festivities and pay tribute to their ruler. The Sultan of Kedah holds a revered position as both a constitutional monarch and a symbolic leader who embodies the state's heritage and unity.
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Juneteenth
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, holds a particularly significant place in United States history and African American culture. This date marks the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863.
Emancipation Day in Texas
In the state of Texas, Emancipation Day is celebrated as Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state.
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, is a significant feast in the Catholic Church that celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The name Corpus Christi is Latin for "Body of Christ".
Birthday of Artigas
The Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas is a national observance in Uruguay that honors the birth of the country’s most revered national hero. Artigas is widely regarded as the "Father of Uruguayan Nationhood" for his leadership in the fight for independence, federalism, and civil liberties in the early 19th century.
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West Virginia Day
West Virginia Day marks the anniversary of West Virginia’s admission to the Union in 1863. It is a public holiday in the state of West Virginia, honoring the unique history and formation of West Virginia during the American Civil War.
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National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous Peoples Day is a day to honor and recognize the diverse cultures, heritage and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
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June Holiday
The June Holiday in Newfoundland and Labrador is a provincial public holiday celebrated on the Monday nearest June 24. It was officially called Discovery Day, though it has evolved in meaning over time.
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St. John's Day
St. John's Day holds cultural, religious, and historical significance, particularly in Quebec, Canada, where it is observed as a major holiday and an expression of Francophone pride and heritage.
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Islamic New Year in Malaysia
The Islamic New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar. This day holds significant spiritual and historical importance for Muslims, serving as a time for reflection, renewal of faith and commemoration of Islamic history.
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Constitution Day (Ukraine)
Constitution Day in Ukraine commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of Ukraine in 1996, which established the country’s legal foundation, democratic values, and independent statehood following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
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St. Peter and St. Paul
The Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul honors the martyrdom of the Apostles Peter and Paul, two of the most significant figures in early Christianity. It is a solemn feast in both the Catholic and Orthodox Churches and is considered a Holy Day of Obligation in many Catholic regions.
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Canada Day
Canada Day is to mark the anniversary of the Confederation of Canada, which occurred on July 1, 1867. It is a national holiday and a day of celebration, reflection and pride for Canadians across the country and around the world.
Heir to the Throne's Birthday
Heir to the Throne’s Birthday in Tuvalu, and it honors the birthday of the heir apparent to the British throne, who also serves as the future ceremonial Head of State of Tuvalu, a Commonwealth realm and constitutional monarchy.
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Emancipation Day (US Virgin Islands)
Emancipation Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands commemorates the abolition of slavery in the former Danish West Indies (now the U.S. Virgin Islands) in 1848. This historic day marks a powerful moment of liberation and resistance, especially for the islands of St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John.
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Independence Day USA
Independence Day in the United States, also known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. On this day, the thirteen American colonies declared themselves independent from the British Empire. It's a day of significant historical importance and is celebrated with various activities across the country.
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Independence Day (Venezuela)
Independence Day in Venezuela commemorates the day in 1811 when Venezuela became the first South American nation to formally declare independence from Spain, initiating a long and transformative struggle for sovereignty.