Events & Holidays

A festive occasion on October 31 marked by costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky decorations.

Eight-day Jewish festival of lights commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

The Hindu festival of colors, welcoming spring with vibrant powders and joyful celebrations.

An annual tradition at many schools and colleges featuring football games, dances, and alumni events.

Annual day on December 10 commemorating the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

American national holiday on July 4 commemorating the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Indian national holiday on August 15, celebrating independence from British rule in 1947.

Indonesian national holiday on August 17, celebrating independence from the Netherlands declared in 1945.

Day on June 1 promoting the welfare and rights of children around the world.

UN-established day on September 21 devoted to strengthening ideals of peace worldwide.

Global celebration on October 1 honoring the universal language of music.

Global day on March 8 celebrating women's achievements and advocating for gender equality.

Celebrated on May 1 in many countries as a day honoring workers and the labor movement.

UN-declared day on June 21 raising awareness about the benefits of practicing yoga.

Ancient Incan festival of the sun celebrated in Cusco, Peru on June 24 during the winter solstice.

The first day of Muharram, marking the beginning of a new year in the Islamic calendar.

Commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven.

Italian national holiday on June 2, celebrating the birth of the Italian Republic in 1946.

A cluster of Japanese holidays from late April to early May, one of Japan's busiest vacation periods.

US federal holiday on June 19 commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

Korean Lunar New Year celebration, one of Korea's most important traditional holidays.

Week-long African American celebration from December 26 to January 1, honoring African heritage.

American holiday on the first Monday of September honoring the contributions of workers.

Jewish holiday on the 33rd day of the Omer, celebrated with bonfires and outdoor festivities.