United States

New Year's Day

New Year's Day is the first day of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in many countries such as the USA.

New Year Holiday

New Year Holiday is a state holiday in the USA

World Braille Day

World Braille Day celebrates the life and achievements of Louis Braille, who invented the braille code for the visually impaired.

Epiphany

Many people in the United States annually observe Epiphany, or Three Kings' Day, on January 6. It is a Christian observance and a public holiday in the US Virgin Islands.

Orthodox Christmas Day

Many Orthodox Christian churches in countries such as the United States observe Christmas Day on or near January 7 in the Gregorian calendar.

International Programmers' Day

Many people celebrate International Programmers' Day on January 7, while others observe this event on the 256th day of the year, usually on September 13 or on September 12 in leap years.

Estelle Reel Day

Estelle Reel Day is a state observance in the USA

Battle of New Orleans

Battle of New Orleans is a state legal holiday in the USA

Stephen Foster Memorial Day

Stephen Foster Memorial Day is annually observed in the United States on January 13. The day remembers the achievements of Stephen Foster, who is known as the “father of American music”.

Orthodox New Year

Many Orthodox Christian churches in countries such as the United States celebrate New Year's Day on January 14 in the Gregorian calendar.

Isra and Mi'raj

Isra and Mi'raj (Isra Me'raj, Israa and Mi'raaj, Laylat Al-Isra wa Al-Miraj, Lailat al Miraj, Night Journey and Ascension to Heaven) marks the night when the Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, ascended to heaven and returned.

World Religion Day

World Religion Day fosters interfaith dialogue and understanding of all religions.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Day marks the anniversary of the date of birth of the influential American civil right leader of the same name.

Robert E. Lee's Birthday

Robert E. Lee's birthday is an annual official state holiday that is shared with Martin Luther King's birthday in some parts of the US.

Confederate Heroes' Day

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

Idaho Human Rights Day

Idaho Human Rights Day is a state holiday in Idaho, the United States, on the third Monday of January.

Civil Rights Day

Civil Rights Day is on the third Monday of January in Arizona and New Hampshire. It honors civil rights activists such as Martin Luther King Jr.

International Day of Education

International Day of Education is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Leprosy Day

World Leprosy Day brings awareness of leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease, and ways to prevent the disease.

International Customs Day

International Customs Day celebrates custom personnel and agencies worldwide.

International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust remembers those who died and suffered during the Holocaust before and during World War II. It is on January 27 each year.

Kansas Day

Kansas Day is an annual observance that commemorates the state's admission to the Union in 1861.

National Freedom Day

National Freedom Day in the United States is observed on February 1 each year.

First Day of Black History Month

First Day of Black History Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

Tu Bishvat

Tu B'Shevat, known as the “New Year for Trees”, is a Jewish festival similar to Arbor Day.

World Wetlands Day

World Wetlands Day raises awareness about the important role that the wetlands play in the environment and in our lives.

Groundhog Day

Many people in the United States observe Groundhog Day on February 2.

International Day of Human Fraternity

International Day of Human Fraternity is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day is an annual global event on February 4 to raise people's awareness of cancer.

Rosa Parks Day

The life of American civil rights leader Rosa Parks is celebrated in the United States on either February 4 or December 1.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day

National Girls and Women in Sports Day is a observance in the USA

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is an awareness campaign to end a harmful practice that violates girls' and women's rights.

Ronald Reagan Day

Ronald Reagan Day is a state observance in the USA

National Wear Red Day

National Wear Red Day® raises public awareness of heart disease in women and ways to avoid and combat this problem.

Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League (NFL) in the United States. It is played every year in February.

World Pulses Day

World Pulses Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a UN holiday to recognize the critical role women and girls play in science and technology communities.

World Day of the Sick

World Day of the Sick is a global event when people remember or pray for the sick.

Lincoln's Birthday

Lincoln's Birthday is observed in the United States in honor of Abraham Lincoln, who was the nation's 16th president and was known as the Great Emancipator.

Georgia Day

Georgia Day is a state observance in the USA

World Radio Day

World Radio Day is an annual United Nations (UN) event that promotes the importance of the radio in communicating information worldwide.

Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th is a day full of superstitious beliefs in communities worldwide.

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is an occasion to celebrate romantic love.

Statehood Day

Statehood Day is a local observance in the USA

Maha Shivaratri

Maha Shivratri is an annual festival dedicated to Shiva, the Hindu God of destruction. For devotees, is a day of reflection and meditation.

Susan B. Anthony's Birthday

Susan B Anthony Day is an national American observance that is legally recognized in some states.

Susan B. Anthony Day

Susan B Anthony Day is an national American observance that is legally recognized in some states.

Presidents' Day

Washington's Birthday, or Presidents' Day, honors the life and work of the first president of the United States, George Washington.

Washington's Day

Washington's Day is a state legal holiday in the USA

Daisy Gatson Bates Day

Daisy Gatson Bates Day is a state holiday in Arkansas, the United States, on the third Monday of February. It coincides with Washington's Birthday.

Elizabeth Peratrovich Day

Elizabeth Peratrovich was one of the main driving forces behind the territory's Anti-Discrimination Act of 1945.

Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras

Shrove Tuesday is traditionally known as the day prior to Lent but it also serves as a day of celebration, known as Mardi Gras.

Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year marks the first day of the New Year in the Chinese calendar.

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is a Christian observance that marks the first day of Lent, which is prior to Easter.

Ramadan Starts

Many Muslims in the United States fast in the hours of daylight during Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.

World Day of Social Justice

The United Nations' (UN) World Day of Social Justice promotes poverty eradication, full employment and social integration. It is on February 20 each year.

International Mother Language Day

The United Nations' (UN) International Mother Language Day is annually held on February 21 to celebrate languages spoken worldwide. It also observes the human right to use these languages.

African-American Scientist and Inventor Day

African-American Scientist and Inventor Day is a state observance in the USA

George Rogers Clark Day

George Rogers Clark Day is a state observance in the USA

Linus Pauling Day

Linus Pauling Day is a state holiday on February 28 in Oregon, USA.

Zero Discrimination Day

Discrimination Day highlights the negative impacts of discrimination and promotes tolerance, compassion and peace.

Self-Injury Awareness Day

St. David's Day

Many Welsh communities in the United States celebrate the life of their patron saint, St David, and their links with Wales on St David's Day.

First Day of Women's History Month

First Day of Women's History Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

First Day of Irish American Heritage Month

First Day of Irish American Heritage Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

Texas Independence Day

Texas Independence Day is a legal holiday in Texas, in the United States.

Casimir Pulaski Day

Casimir Pulaski Day is a day off for some schools and offices in Illinois, USA, on the first Monday of March each year.

Read Across America Day

Read Across America Day is observed in the United States on March 2 each year.

Holi

Holi is a spring festival of colors celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and others. It celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the upcoming season of spring. The festival can last up to sixteen days.

Purim

Purim commemorates a time when Jewish people were saved from death around the fourth century BCE, according to the Book of Esther.

World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day celebrates all flora and fauna, including animals, on Earth.

Town Meeting Day

The state of Vermont, in the USA, holds its Town Meeting Day on the first Tuesday of March each year.

Casimir Pulaski Day

Casimir Pulaski Day is a day off for some schools and offices in Illinois, USA, on the first Monday of March each year.

Employee Appreciation Day

Employee Appreciation Day is a US unofficial observance that recognizes and appreciates employees in all industries, aimed at helping employers keep their staff.

International Women's Day

International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements worldwide and throughout history.

Daylight Saving Time starts

Daylight Saving Time starts in the USA

International Day of Women Judges

International Day of Women Judges is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Kidney Day

World Kidney Day is an annual observation that attempts to raise global awareness about the importance of kidney health and tries to bring attention to the unique challenges faced by those who suffer from Chronic Kidney Disease.

Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th is a day full of superstitious beliefs in communities worldwide.

Lailat al-Qadr

Laylat al Qadr is most likely to be held on one of the last 10 days of month of Ramadan in the Islamic calendar.

Long Covid Awareness Day

Long Covid Awareness Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

St. Patrick's Day

St Patrick's Day marks the life and deeds of St Patrick, one of Ireland's patron saints. It is an Irish-American celebration in the USA.

Evacuation Day

Evacuation Day in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, commemorates the first major American military victory in the Revolutionary War, which saw the British troops evacuate Boston.

Eid al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.

French Language Day

French Language Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day of Happiness

International Day of Happiness aims to promote the idea that the pursuit of happiness is universal.

March Equinox

March Equinox in the USA (New York)

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

The United Nations' (UN) International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is annually observed on March 21.

World Poetry Day

World Poetry Day celebrates poetry around the world on March 21 each year.

International Day of Nowruz

The UN's International Day of Nowruz, also known as Nowruz, No-Ruz, No-Rooz or No Ruz, is observed on March 21 each year.

World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day is held on March 21 every year.

International Day of Forests

International Day of Forests raises awareness on forests and trees, including their role in climate change.

World Water Day

World Water Day aims to increase people's awareness of the water's importance in all aspects of life.

World Meteorological Day

World Meteorological Day marks the anniversary of the World Meteorological Organization's establishment on March 23, 1950.

World Tuberculosis Day

World Tuberculosis Day is annually held on March 24 to raise awareness of tuberculosis and ways to eradicate the disease.

International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims

March 24 is the UN's International Day for the Right to the Truth concerning Gross Human Rights Violations and for the Dignity of Victims

International Day of Remembrance of Slavery Victims and the Transatlantic Slave Trade

The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade remembers the lives of Africans who were forced into slavery in North, Central and South America.

International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members

The UN's International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members is annually held on March 25.

Maryland Day

Maryland Day commemorates the arrival of Lord Baltimore and the first colonists in Maryland, the United States, in the 17th century.

Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day

Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day is annually held in Hawaii on March 26 to honor Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole.

Earth Hour

Earth Hour is an annual event in which many people worldwide turn their lights off on the last Saturday in March.

Palm Sunday

Palm Sunday in the United States celebrates Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem. It is also the Sunday before Easter Sunday.

National Vietnam War Veterans Day

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is an US observance to honor US military members who served during the Vietnam War.

Wyoming Veterans Welcome Home Day

Wyoming Veterans Welcome Home Day is a state observance in the USA

Doctors' Day

Doctors' Day is a observance in the USA

Seward's Day

Seward's Day is a state holiday in Alaska, in the United States, on the last Monday of March.

Vietnam Veterans Day

Vietnam Veterans Day is a state observance in the USA

Vietnam Veteran Recognition Day

Vietnam Veteran Recognition Day is a state observance in the USA

International Transgender Day of Visibility

International Transgender Day of Visibility is a worldwide observance in the USA

César Chávez Day

César Chávez Day celebrates the birthday of César Estrada Chávez.

Passover Eve

Passover Eve is a Jewish holiday in the USA

April Fool's Day

April Fool's Day, on April 1, is a day to play practical jokes and tricks.

Maundy Thursday

Maundy Thursday, which is also known as Holy Thursday, is the day before Good Friday.

Passover (first day)

Passover marks the Israelites' liberation from slavery and their exodus from Egypt around 3000 years ago.

World Autism Awareness Day

World Autism Awareness Day raises an awareness of issues surrounding people, particularly children, with autism worldwide.

Pascua Florida Day

Pascua Florida Day, which usually falls on April 2, is a state day in Florida, USA.

Good Friday

Good Friday commemorates Jesus Christ's crucifixion.

State Holiday

State Holiday is a state holiday in the USA

Holy Saturday

Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday in the United States.

United Nations' Mine Awareness Day

The United Nations' International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action is annually observed on April 4.

International Day of Conscience

International Day of Conscience is a United Nations observance in the USA

Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday is an important day in the Christian church calendar because it celebrates Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to Christian belief.

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace aims to bring goodwill and positive social outcomes through sporting achievements.

Easter Monday

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday. It is not a federal holiday in the United States of America (USA).

National Tartan Day

National Tartan Day is annually observed on April 6 to honor the major role that Scottish Americans played in the founding of the United States of America.

United Nations' World Health Day

The World Health Organization, the United Nations' the directing and coordinating authority for health, annually highlights one of its priorities for global health on World Health Day.

Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Rwanda Genocide

The UN's Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Rwanda Genocide is observed on April 7 each year.

Last Day of Passover

The last day of Passover marks the end of the Passover period, which lasts for seven or eight days.

Orthodox Good Friday

Many Orthodox Christians in the United States remember the events leading up to Jesus Christ's crucifixion on Great Friday.

Orthodox Holy Saturday

Many Orthodox Christians in the United States remember Jesus Christ's burial and his descent into Hades on Holy Saturday.

Orthodox Easter

Many Orthodox Christians in the United States mark Easter Sunday, also known as Pascha, as the day Jesus Christ was resurrected, according to the Christian bible.

International Day of Human Space Flight

The UN's International Day of Human Space Flight is annually held on April 12.

Orthodox Easter Monday

Many Orthodox churches in the United States observe Easter Monday on the day after the Orthodox Easter Sunday date.

Thomas Jefferson's Birthday

Americans celebrate president Thomas Jefferson's Birthday on April 13.

Yom HaShoah

Many people in the United States observe Yom Hashoah by remembering Holocaust victims who died during World War II.

World Chagas Disease Day

World Chagas Disease Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

National Library Workers' Day

National Library Workers' Day recognizes the efforts and achievements that librarians make to give Americans access to information via books, computers and other media.

World Art Day

World Art Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

Tax Day

Tax Day is the deadline for United States residents to file details of their income to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) so that their liability for income tax can be assessed.

Father Damien Day

Father Damien Day or Saint Damien Day is an occasion for residents of the state of Hawaii to remember the life and deeds of a Belgian missionary.

Emancipation Day

People celebrate the end of slavery and citizens' rights on Emancipation Day in the United States.

Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a state observance in the USA

International Day for Monuments and Sites

The International Day for Monuments and Sites raises awareness on preserving and conserving historical and archeological heritage sites.

Chinese Language Day

Chinese Language Day is a United Nations observance that celebrates one of the organization's 6 official languages – Chinese.

Patriots' Day

Patriots' Day commemorates the battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, which were two of the earliest battles in the American Revolutionary War.

Boston Marathon

Boston Marathon is one of the world's oldest yearly marathon. It is held annually on Patriot's Day in the month of April.

World Creativity and Innovation Day

World Creativity and Innovation Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

San Jacinto Day

San Jacinto Day commemorates the Battle of San Jacinto in what is now Harris County, Texas.

Yom Ha'atzmaut

Many Jewish communities in the United States celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut, which is Israel's Independence Day, on the fifth day of the month of Iyar in the Jewish calendar.

Earth Day

The United Nations' International Mother Earth Day promotes environmental awareness and calls for the protection of our planet.

Oklahoma Day

Oklahoma Day in the United States marks the anniversary of the opening of Oklahoma's lands to European settlers.

Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day® is on the Wednesday of the last full week of April. It remembers the important role of administrative professionals.

World Book and Copyright Day

World Book and Copyright Day is an occasion to celebrate the contribution of books and authors to our global culture and the connection between copyright and books.

International Girls in ICT Day

International Girls in ICT Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Spanish Language Day

World Spanish Language Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

English Language Day

English Language Day promotes the history, culture and accomplishments of the English language.

Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day is a observance in the USA

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is a United Nations observance in the USA

Arbor Day

Arbor Day encourages people to plant and care for trees. In Nebraska, it falls on the last Friday of April.

International Delegates' Day

International Delegates' Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Malaria Day

World Malaria Day is annually observed on April 25 to promote efforts that provide effective control of malaria worldwide.

World Intellectual Property Day

World Intellectual Property Day is annually held on April 26 to increase awareness and understanding of intellectual property worldwide.

International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day

International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day is a UN holiday designed to raise awareness of the consequences of the 1986 nuclear accident.

Confederate Memorial Day

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a state observance in the USA

Confederate Memorial Day

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

Confederate Memorial Day observed

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

World Day for Safety and Health at Work

The World Day for Safety and Health at Work is observed on April 28 each year.

International Jazz Day

International Jazz Day recognizes the historical, cultural, and educational contribution of jazz.

Kentucky Oaks

The Kentucky Oaks is a rade 1 Stakes horse race held annually on the Friday before the Kentucky Derby in May.

Law Day

Law Day in the United States is annually held on May 1.

Loyalty Day

Loyalty Day is a special day for people to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States and to recognize the heritage of American freedom.

Lei Day

May Day is Lei Day in Hawai'i, celebrating Hawaiian culture or the “Aloha spirit.

First Day of Military Appreciation Month

First Day of Military Appreciation Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

First Day of Jewish American Heritage Month

First Day of Jewish American Heritage Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

World Tuna Day

World Tuna Day is a UN holiday designed to raise awareness of the global importance of tuna.

Kentucky Derby

Kentucky Derby is a Grade I Stakes horse race held annually in Louisville, Kentucky in May.

National Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Day

National Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Day is an occasion to remember those serving the profession of explosive ordnance disposal in the United States Armed Forces.

World Press Freedom Day

World Press Freedom Day focuses on the importance of the freedom of the press and freedom of expression.

International Family Equality Day

International Family Equality Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

Kent State Shootings Remembrance

Kent State Shootings Remembrance Day is a local observance in Kent, Ohio.

Rhode Island Independence Day

Rhode Island Independence Day is a day to celebrate the state's declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776.

Lag BaOmer

Many Jewish Americans observe Lag B'Omer on the 18th day of the month of Iyar in the Jewish calendar.

World Portuguese Language Day

World Portuguese Language Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Cinco de Mayo

'Cinco de Mayo' means "Fifth of May" in Spanish and is a festival of Mexican pride and heritage.

National Teacher Appreciation Day

National Teacher Appreciation Day is a observance in the USA

National Nurses Day

National Nurses Day is an occasion to honor the work of nurses.

National Day of Prayer

National Day of Prayer is held on the first Thursday of May each year, inviting Americans of all faiths to pray for the country and its leaders.

West Virginia Day of Prayer

West Virginia Day of Prayer is a state observance in the USA

Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives during the Second World War

The United Nations' (UN) Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives during the Second World War is annually held over two days, from May 8-9.

World Ovarian Cancer Day

World Ovarian Cancer Day aims to spread global awareness about ovarian cancer.

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

Truman Day

Truman Day is a holiday in the state of Missouri to honor Harry S Truman, the only person born in Missouri to ever become President of the United States.

Victory in Europe Day

VE Day commemorates the German army’s surrender on May 8, 1945, ending World War II in Europe.

Native American Day

Native Americans' Day, on the second Monday of October, is celebrated some parts of the United States in lieu of Columbus Day.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Appreciate and thank all the military spouses and partners you know on Military Spouse Appreciation Day.

World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day is observed the second weekend of May every year.

International Day of Argania

International Day of Argania is a United Nations observance in the USA

Mother's Day

Mother's Day celebrates the role of mothers and mother figures.

Confederate Memorial Day

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

Confederate Memorial Day observed

On Confederate Memorial Day remembers the soldiers who died fighting for the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1861-1865). It is a state holiday in some parts of the United States.

International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day focuses on the critical contribution of nurses around the world in maintaining public health.

Primary Election Day

Many residents in West Virginia vote during the state's primary election day.

Ascension Day

Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter and commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven.

International Day of Families

The International Day of Families is an occasion to celebrate the importance of families to people, societies and cultures around the world.

Peace Officers Memorial Day

Peace Officers Memorial Day is held annually in the United States on May 15 in honor of federal, state and local officers killed or disabled in the line of duty.

National Defense Transportation Day

National Defense Transportation Day occurs annually in the United States on the third Friday of May.

International Day of Living Together in Peace

International Day of Living Together in Peace is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day of Light

International Day of Light is a United Nations observance in the USA

Public Lands Day

Public Lands Day is a state observance in the USA

Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day is a national observance in the United States on the third Saturday of May each year.

Preakness Stakes

The Preakness Stakes is the second event in the Triple Crown and is annually held two weeks after the Kentucky Derby.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

World Information Society Day is celebrated each year to raise awareness of how information and communication can be beneficial for societies and economies.

World Bee Day

World Bee Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Autoimmune / Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day

World Autoimmune / Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

Emergency Medical Services for Children Day

Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day is observed on the Wednesday of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 19–25, in the United States.

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, held on May 21, is an occasion for people to deepen their understanding of cultural diversity.

International Tea Day

International Tea Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Shavuot

Shavuot, also known as the Festival of Weeks, is one of three major Jewish festivals.

International Day for Biological Diversity

The International Day for Biological Diversity is an occasion to increase the global understanding and awareness of issues and challenges around biodiversity.

National Maritime Day

National Maritime Day is annually observed in the United States on May 22. It is a time to observe its maritime heritage, to honor those who served as merchant mariners, and to recognize the benefits of the maritime industry.

Harvey Milk Day

Harvey Milk Day is an observance that is recognized in public schools in California, United States, on May 22 each year.

International Day to End Obstetric Fistula

The International Day to End Obstetric Fistula raises awareness of fistula and calls for support to tackle the problem.

Pentecost

Many Christians in the United States observe Pentecost, also known as Whitsunday or Whit Sunday.

Pentecost Monday

Many Christians in the United States will observe Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday. It is the day after Pentecost, which is also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday.

African Liberation Day

African Liberation Day celebrates African nations' hard-fought freedom from European colonial powers.

Memorial Day

Memorial Day commemorates all Americans who have died in military service for the United States.

Jefferson Davis' Birthday

Jefferson Davis' Birthday, also known as Jefferson Davis Day, is a state holiday in Alabama in the United States.

National Missing Children's Day

National Missing Children's Day is an observation dedicated to addressing the problem of child abduction.

Eid al-Adha

For more than 3 millions Muslims in the US, Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most important dates in the calendar.

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is an occasion to pay tribute to people who served in United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations.

Trinity Sunday

Trinity Sunday is the first Sunday after Pentecost and is celebrated by many Christians in the United States.

World No Tobacco Day

World No Tobacco Day draws attention to the health problems caused by tobacco use.

Global Day of Parents

Global Day of Parents appreciates the role of a parent in nurturing and fostering growth for their children.

First Day of Pride Month

First Day of Pride Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

First Day of Caribbean-American Heritage Month

First Day of Caribbean-American Heritage Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

Statehood Day

Statehood Day marks the anniversary of the dates that Kentucky became the 15th state and Tennessee became the 16th state of the United States.

Jefferson Davis' Birthday

Jefferson Davis' Birthday, also known as Jefferson Davis Day, is a state holiday in Alabama in the United States.

World Bicycle Day

World Bicycle Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Jefferson Davis' Birthday

Jefferson Davis' Birthday, also known as Jefferson Davis Day, is a state holiday in Alabama in the United States.

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi is observed in honor of the Holy Eucharist.

International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed on June 4 each year.

World Environment Day

World Environment Day is held each year on June 5. It is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations (UN) stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action.

International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing

International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing is a United Nations observance in the USA

Day of the Russian Language

Day of the Russian Language is a United Nations observance in the USA

D-Day

D-Day is a special anniversary in some countries, including the United States (U.S.), to remember Allied forces' invasion of Normandy, France, in the Second World War.

Belmont Stakes

The Belmont Stakes is the third and final horse race of the Triple Crown. It is run annually five weeks after the Kentucky Derby.

World Food Safety Day

World Food Safety Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Native American Day

Native Americans' Day, on the second Monday of October, is celebrated some parts of the United States in lieu of Columbus Day.

World Oceans Day

World Oceans Day is annually observed on June 8 to raise awareness of the challenges humanity faces to protect the world's oceans.

Kamehameha Day

Kamehameha Day, held annually on June 11, honors Kamehameha the Great (Kamehameha I), the monarch who united and established the Kingdom of Hawaii.

World Day Against Child Labour

Poverty and injustice against widows is a world-wide problem addressed by International Widows' Day.

Loving Day

Loving Day is a observance in the USA

International Albinism Awareness Day

International Albinism Awareness Day aims to stop the persecution and murders of people with albinism.

World Blood Donor Day

On World Blood Donor Day numerous events are held worldwide to raise awareness about the importance of safe blood supplies.

Army Birthday

Army Birthday is a observance in the USA

Flag Day

Flag Day is annually held on June 14 to honor the United States flag.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day attempts to shine a light on the problem of physical, emotional, and financial abuse of elders.

Juneteenth Freedom Day (substitute)

Juneteenth Freedom Day is a state holiday in the USA

International Day of Family Remittances

The UN estimates that family remittances worth over 500 billion US$ are transferred worldwide every year.

Muharram

The first day of Muharram, which is the first month in the Islamic calendar, marks the start of the Islamic New Year.

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

The United Nations' World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed worldwide on June 17 each year.

Bunker Hill Day

Bunker Hill Day commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, which took place on June 17, 1775 on the Charlestown Peninsula, Boston Harbor, in Massachusetts.

Sustainable Gastronomy Day

Sustainable Gastronomy Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict

International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict is a UN day aiming to rid the world of conflict-related sexual violence.

Juneteenth

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, is a holiday or observance in many US states to celebrate the anniversary of the abolition of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865.

Juneteenth Day

Juneteenth Day is a state holiday in the USA

Juneteenth National Freedom Day

Juneteenth National Freedom Day is a state holiday in the USA

Juneteenth Independence Day

Juneteenth Independence Day is a state holiday in the USA

National Juneteenth Freedom Day

National Juneteenth Freedom Day is a state observance in the USA

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day is a state observance in the USA

Juneteenth Freedom Day

Juneteenth Freedom Day is a state observance in the USA

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Day

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Day is a state observance in the USA

Emancipation Day

Emancipation Day is a state holiday in the USA

World Refugee Day

The United Nations' World Refugee Day honors refugees' courage, strength and determination.

Juneteenth National Freedom Day

Juneteenth National Freedom Day is a state observance in the USA

Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a state observance in the USA

Juneteenth Day

Juneteenth Day is a state observance in the USA

West Virginia Day

West Virginia Day, or WV Day, celebrates the anniversary of the creation of the state of West Virginia on June 20, 1863.

American Eagle Day

Observed annually on June 20 in 47 American states, American Eagle Day is an unofficial holiday that celebrates the removal of the American Bald Eagle from a list of "endangered species".

International Day of Yoga

The International Day of Yoga is a UN-day that aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga.

International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice

International Day of the Celebration of the Solstice is a United Nations observance in the USA

Father's Day

Father's Day celebrates the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children.

June Solstice

June Solstice in the USA (New York)

Public Service Day

The United Nations' Public Service Day celebrates the idea that democracy and successful governance depend on a competent civil service.

International Widows' Day

Poverty and injustice against widows is a world-wide problem addressed by International Widows' Day.

Day of the Seafarer

The Day of the Seafarer aims to acknowledge the social, and economic contribution of the millions of seafarers around the world.

Ashura

Ashura is a Muslim in the USA

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

The United Nations' (UN) International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking raise awareness about the dangers of illicit drugs.

International Day in Support of Victims of Torture

The United Nations' (UN) International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is annually observed on June 26 to remind people that human torture is not only unacceptable – it is also a crime.

Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day

Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Carolina Day

Carolina Day is a state observance in the USA

International Day of the Tropics

International Day of the Tropics is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Asteroid Day

The United Nations established International Asteroid Day to raise public awareness of the asteroid impact hazard.

International Day of Parliamentarism

International Day of Parliamentarism is a United Nations observance in the USA

Independence Day (substitute)

On Independence Day, Americans celebrate the anniversary of publication of the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain in 1776.

International Day of Cooperatives

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Cooperatives recognizes and reaffirms the role of cooperatives in economic, social and cultural development and in the achievement of social policy objectives.

Independence Day

On Independence Day, Americans celebrate the anniversary of publication of the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain in 1776.

World Population Day

The United Nations' (UN) World Population Day reaffirms the human right to plan for a family.

Nathan Bedford Forrest Day

Nathan Bedford Forrest Day is a local observance in the USA

Bastille Day

Bastille Day is a observance in the USA

World Youth Skills Day

Acquiring skills enhances youths' ability to make informed choices and empowers them to gain access to changing labor markets.

Rural Transit Day

Rural Transit Day is a observance in the USA

Nelson Mandela Day

Nelson Mandela International Day is annually observed on July 18 to recognize the former South African president's contribution to peace and freedom.

International Chess Day

International Chess Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Tisha B'Av

Tisha B'Av is on the ninth day of the month of Av in the Jewish calendar.

Pioneer Day

Pioneer Day is an annual state holiday in Utah in the United States. It is celebrated to honor the pioneers who demonstrated industry and bravery when they ventured to settle in a place that is now Salt Lake City.

World Drowning Prevention Day

World Drowning Prevention Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Parents' Day

Parents' Day is celebrated in the United States on the fourth Sunday of July each year to recognize and promote parenting as a crucial part of families and the wider community.

Korean War Veteran Recognition Day

Korean War Veteran Recognition Day is a state observance in the USA

National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day

National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day is a observance in the USA

World Hepatitis Day

World Hepatitis Day is observed on July 28 every year to raise awareness of hepatitis and encourage prevention and treatment.

International Day of Friendship

The International Day of Friendship is annually held on July 30 to celebrate friendships worldwide.

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

July 30 is the UN World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

Colorado Day

Colorado Day is an annual observance that commemorates the state's birthday on August 1, 1876, and its history.

American Family Day

American Family Day is a state holiday in the USA

Coast Guard Birthday

Coast Guard Birthday is a observance in the USA

Barack Obama Day

Barack Obama Day is a observance in the USA

Purple Heart Day

Purple Heart Day on August 7 commemorates the day in 1782 when General George Washington created the Purple Heart Medal – a military decoration that is awarded to those wounded or killed while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

International Day of the World's Indigenous People

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of the World's Indigenous People is observed on August 9 each year to promote and protect the rights of the world's indigenous peoples.

Victory Day

Victory Day, also known as VJ Day, is an annual state holiday celebrated on the second Monday in August in Rhode Island in the United States. It marks the anniversary of the Allies' victory over Japan during World War II.

International Youth Day

The United Nations' (UN) International Youth Day is annually held on August 12 to celebrate the achievements of the world's youth and to encourage their participation in enhancing society.

Assumption of Mary

Assumption Day is a Christian observance in the United States that is held annually on August 15. Catholics observe the Dormition (falling asleep) or the day that the Blessed Virgin Mary was received into heaven.

National Navajo Code Talkers Day

National Navajo Code Talkers Day is a state holiday in the USA

Bennington Battle Day

Bennington Battle Day is a state holiday in Vermont. It commemorates the American victory at the Battle of Bennington during the Revolutionary War in north America in 1777.

National Senior Citizens Day

National Senior Citizens Day is an observance on the third Sunday of August to honor the contributions of senior citizens in the United States.

Bennington Battle Day observed

Bennington Battle Day is a state holiday in Vermont. It commemorates the American victory at the Battle of Bennington during the Revolutionary War in north America in 1777.

World Humanitarian Day

The United Nations'(UN) World Humanitarian Day focuses on increasing public awareness about humanitarian service worldwide and is annually observed on August 19.

National Aviation Day

National Aviation Day is observed in the United States on August 19 each year to celebrate the history and development of the aviation.

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism is a United Nations observance in the USA

Hawaii Statehood Day

Hawaii's Statehood Day is celebrated on the third Friday of August to commemorate the anniversary of Hawaii's statehood.

International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief

International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

The United Nations' (UN) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is held on August 23 each year to remind people of the tragedy of the transatlantic slave trade.

The Prophet's Birthday

Eid Milad ul-Nabi (Mawlid or Milad-un-Nabi) commemorates the Prophet Muhammed's birthday.

Susan B. Anthony Day

Susan B Anthony Day is an national American observance that is legally recognized in some states.

Women's Equality Day

Women's Equality Day on August 26 is an annual observance that commemorates the anniversary of the first time voting rights were extended to women in the United States.

Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that is celebrated on the full moon of the Hindu month of Shravana (Shravan Poornima). The day is also sometimes referred to as Brother and Sister Day because it honors the relationship between brother and sister.

Lyndon Baines Johnson Day

Lyndon Baines Johnson Day is a state holiday in Texas in the United States on August 27 each year. It commemorates the birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, who was the 36th president of the USA.

International Day against Nuclear Tests

The United Nations' (UN) International Day against Nuclear Tests is annually observed on August 29. The day raises awareness of the dangers of nuclear weapons and a closer approach to eliminating the use of those weapons.

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances

The International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances is annually observed on August 30.

International Day for People of African Descent

International Day for People of African Descent is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day is an annual observation which aims to raise global awareness of about the impact of drug overdose on families and communities. The campaign also attempts to remove the stigma associated with overdose.

Janmashtami

Krishna Janmashtami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of the god Vishnu. It is celebrated on the eighth day of the Hindu month of Bhadrava (Bhadrapada), which is usually in August or September.

World Sexual Health Day

World Sexual Health Day is an annual awareness day that attempts to break down social and cultural taboos associated with sexuality and to promote sexual health around the world.

International Day of Charity

The International Day of Charity raises public awareness of what charities do to help minimize poverty.

International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies

International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is a United Nations observance in the USA

Still's Disease Awareness Day

Still's Disease Awareness Day is a worldwide observance in the USA

Labor Day

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It gives workers a day of rest and it celebrates their contribution to the American economy.

International Literacy Day

The United Nations' (UN) International Literacy Day is held on September 8 each year.

International Day to Protect Education from Attack

International Day to Protect Education from Attack is a United Nations observance in the USA

California Admission Day

California Admission Day is an annual legal observance in California, in the United States.

World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day promotes worldwide action to prevent suicides on September 10 each year.

First Responders Day

First Responders Day is a state legal holiday in the USA

Patriot Day

Patriot Day is held in memory of nearly 3000 people who died during terrorist attacks in New York, Washington DC and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, in the United States.

Rosh Hashana

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. Many Jewish-run organizations in the US are closed during the two-day celebration.

International Day for South-South Cooperation

The United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is observed on September 12 each year.

Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day

Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day encourages people in the United States to participate in cleaning up the federal lands. It is observed on the first Saturday after Labor Day.

Native American Day

Native Americans' Day, on the second Monday of October, is celebrated some parts of the United States in lieu of Columbus Day.

International Programmers' Day

Many people celebrate International Programmers' Day on January 7, while others observe this event on the 256th day of the year, usually on September 13 or on September 12 in leap years.

National Grandparents Day

National Grandparents Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of September after Labor Day in the United States.

Constitution Commemoration Day

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a combined event that occurs in the United States on September 17 each year.

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is the great Ganesha festival that celebrates the birthday of Lord Ganesha during the Hindu Month of Bhadra, which usually falls between mid-August and mid-September. It is also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi and can last up to 10 days.

International Day of Democracy

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Democracy is observed on September 15 each year.

First Day of National Hispanic Heritage Month

First Day of National Hispanic Heritage Month is a annual monthly observance in the USA

International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer

The United Nations' (UN) International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer focuses on the importance of protecting human health and the environment.

World Patient Safety Day

World Patient Safety Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is a combined event that occurs in the United States on September 17 each year.

International Equal Pay Day

International Equal Pay Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

Air Force Birthday

Air Force Birthday is a observance in the USA

National POW/MIA Recognition Day

National POW/MIA Recognition Day is annually observed in the United States on the third Friday of September.

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur is an important Jewish holiday that falls on the 10th day of the month of Tishrei in the Jewish calendar.

International Day of Peace

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Peace is annually held on September 21 to recognize the efforts of individuals, organizations and governments to end conflict and promote peace.

Emancipation Day

Emancipation Day is a state-wide observation in Ohio on September 22.

September Equinox

September Equinox in the USA (New York)

International Day of Sign Languages

International Day of Sign Languages is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Celebrate Bisexuality Day

International Celebrate Bisexuality Day, also known as Bi Visibility Day, promotes the rights of bisexual people around the world.

World Maritime Day

World Maritime Day is held on the last week of September each year, although the exact date is up to individual governments around the world.

Native American Day

Native Americans' Day, on the second Monday of October, is celebrated some parts of the United States in lieu of Columbus Day.

American Indian Heritage Day

American Indian Heritage Day is often observed on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day in the United States.

Michigan Indian Day

Michigan Indian Day is a state observance in the USA

First Day of Sukkot

The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival for Jewish communities in many countries, including the United States.

International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons

The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons raises awareness about the dangers of nuclear weapons.

Public Lands Day

Public Lands Day is a state observance in the USA

National Public Lands Day

National Public Lands Day is a observance in the USA

World Tourism Day

The United Nations' (UN) World Tourism Day is annually held on September 27 to raise awareness on the benefits of tourism.

Gold Star Mother's Day

Gold Star Mother's Day is annually observed in the United States on the last Sunday of September.

International Day for Universal Access to Information

International Day for Universal Access to Information is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Rabies Day

World Rabies Day is annually observed on September 28 to raise awareness about rabies and how it can be prevented.

American Indian Day

American Indian Day is a state observance in the USA

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste is a United Nations observance in the USA

World Heart Day

World Heart Day raises awareness of cardiovascular diseases and ways to reduce their risk.

International Translation Day

International Translation Day is a United Nations observance in the USA

International Day of Older Persons

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Older Persons is celebrated on October 1 each year as a special day for older persons worldwide.

World Vegetarian Day

World Vegetarian Day is an annual observation that spreads awareness about the health, environmental, and ethical benefits of following a vegetarian lifestyle. The unofficial holiday encourages people to avoid eating foods that include animal products and to adopt a plant-based diet.

Last Day of Sukkot

Many Jewish communities in countries such as the United States observe the last day of Sukkot, which marks the end of the Sukkot festival.

International Day of Non-Violence

The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Non-Violence is a globally observed on October 2 each year to promote non-violence.

Shmini Atzeret

Shemini Atzeret (or Shmini Atzeret) is a Jewish holiday dedicated to the love of God, while Simchat Torah (Simchas Torah or Simhat Torah) marks the end of Sukkot and celebrates the completion of the annual reading of the Torah.

Feast of St Francis of Assisi

Many Catholics in the United States, particularly those with pets, celebrate the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment, on October 4 each year.

Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah (Simchas Torah or Simhat Torah) is a Jewish holiday that marks the end of Sukkot and celebrates the completion of the annual reading of the Torah.

World Teachers' Day

The United Nations' (UN) World Teachers' Day commemorates the work of teachers and their contributions to society. It is observed on October 5 each year.

World Habitat Day

The United Nations' (UN) World Habitat Day reflects on the state of human settlements and people's right to sufficient shelter.

Frances Xavier Cabrini Day

Frances Xavier Cabrini Day is a state holiday in the USA

Child Health Day

Child Health Day is annually celebrated in the United States on the first Monday of October.

World Cerebral Palsy Day

World Cerebral Palsy Day is an annual awareness observation that brings together people with cerebral palsy, their families and loved ones, and organizations working to ensure equal rights for them.

German American Day

German American Day is a observance in the USA

World Sight Day

World Sight Day is annually held on the second Thursday of October to raise awareness about blindness and vision impairment.

World Post Day

World Post Day marks the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union's establishment in 1874. It is held on October 9 each year.

Leif Erikson Day

Leif Erikson Day honors the first Scandinavian known to have set foot on American soil and the contribution of the Nordic peoples to the United States.

World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day, which is supported by the United Nations (UN), is annually held on October 10 to raise public awareness about mental health issues worldwide.

World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day is observed the second weekend of May every year.

Robert E. Lee's Birthday

Robert E. Lee's birthday is an annual official state holiday that is shared with Martin Luther King's birthday in some parts of the US.

Navratri

Navratri is a Hindu holiday in the USA

International Day of the Girl Child

The International Day of the Girl Child is a United Nations (UN) observance on October 11 each year.

Casimir Pulaski Day

Casimir Pulaski Day is a day off for some schools and offices in Illinois, USA, on the first Monday of March each year.

Anniversary of Death of General Pulaski

Casimir Pulaski Day is a day off for some schools and offices in Illinois, USA, on the first Monday of March each year.

Columbus Day

Columbus Day celebrates 15th century explorer Christopher Columbus's arrival in America in 1492.

Fraternal Day

Fraternal Day is a state holiday in the USA

Yorktown Victory Day

Yorktown Victory Day is a state holiday in the USA

Discoverers' Day

Discoverers' Day is a state observance in the USA

Native American Day

Native Americans' Day, on the second Monday of October, is celebrated some parts of the United States in lieu of Columbus Day.

Indigenous People's Day

Indigenous People's Day is a state observance in the USA

American Indian Heritage Day

American Indian Heritage Day is often observed on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day in the United States.