Events & Holidays

Chinese festival on the 15th day of the lunar new year, marked by lantern displays and riddles.

The final day of the school year, marking the start of summer vacation.

UK bank holiday on the last Monday of August, marking the end of summer.

The Night of Forgiveness, observed on the 15th of Sha'ban, a night of prayer and repentance.

The Night of Power, believed to be the night the Quran was first revealed, observed on the 27th of Ramadan.

February 29, an extra day added every four years to keep the calendar aligned with Earth's orbit.

Annual meteor shower peaking around November 17-18, known for producing occasional meteor storms.

Thai festival of lights where floating lanterns and krathongs are released on waterways.

The next lunar eclipse, when Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

Vietnamese New Year celebration coinciding with the lunar new year, the most important Vietnamese holiday.

Hindu festival marking the sun's transition into Capricorn, celebrated on January 14 with kite flying.

The NCAA Division I college basketball tournament, a single-elimination event held each March and April.

Festive day before Ash Wednesday, known for parades and celebrations, especially in New Orleans.

US federal holiday on the third Monday of January honoring the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Observance of the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, celebrated on 12 Rabi al-Awwal.

UK bank holiday on the first Monday of May, traditionally celebrating the arrival of spring.

American holiday on the last Monday of May honoring those who died while serving in the US military.

Mexican national holiday on September 16, celebrating independence from Spain declared in 1810.

Chinese festival celebrating the full moon with mooncakes, lanterns, and family gatherings.

Celebration of mothers on the second Sunday of May in many countries.

The day of moving into a new home or apartment, marking a fresh start.

Chinese national holiday on October 1, commemorating the founding of the People's Republic of China.

A nine-night Hindu festival dedicated to the goddess Durga, celebrated with dance and devotion.

The championship series of the National Basketball Association, typically held in June.