Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world, USA

Holiday Type: Observance

December

03

Thursday

International Day of Persons with Disabilities History

International Day of Persons with Disabilities seeks to empower the rights of persons with disabilities. In 1992, the United Nations proclaimed this observance in order to increase the wellbeing of disabled people. This includes raising awa…

International Day of Persons with Disabilities History

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: Jewish holiday

December

04

Friday

Chanukah/Hanukkah (first day)

Many Jewish communities in the United States observe the first day of Hanukkah, which marks the start of Hanukkah, also known as Chanukah or Festival of Lights. Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish observance that remembers the Jewish people’s s…

Chanukah/Hanukkah

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: Observance

December

04

Friday

National Cookie Day

National Cookie Day promotes the consumption of the treat. According to thecravory.com, about 93% of American households serve and consume cookies as treats or after meals. A cookie is a thin, sweet treat and typically made with flour and s…

Cookie Day

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: National

December

05

Saturday

World Soil Day

World Soil Day seeks to promote an end to soil pollution and draw attention to issues affecting the soil. Soil is needed for life, plant growth, and a filter system for surface water. According to the United Nations, soil pollution ultimate…

Soil Day

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: National

December

05

Saturday

National Repeal Day

National Repeal Day celebrates the passing of the Eighteenth Amendment which outlawed Alcohol. On this day, we celebrate our constitutional rights to consume alcoholic beverages. The Eighteenth Amendment was passed on January 16, 1919. This…

Repeal Day

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Were is celibrated: USA

December

05

Saturday

International Volunteer Day

International Volunteer day seeks to promote volunteer efforts for various organizations. It aims to celebrate efforts made by volunteers and share their values. Aside from generating volunteer work, the United Nations Volunteers contribute…

Volunteer Day

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: Observance

December

06

Sunday

St. Nicholas Day

Children in families who celebrate St. Nicholas’ Day receive treats – including candy, cookies, small toys, or fruit – in stockings, socks, shoes or bags on December 6. Some churches have special services dedicated to the feast of St Nichol…

St Nicholas Day

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Were is celibrated: Finland

Holiday Type: Federal Holiday

December

06

Sunday

Finland Independence Day

Finnish Independence Day marks the independence of Finland and its nation-state birthday. The country became independent in 1917 following 108 years as an autonomous Grand Duchy in the Russian Empire. In World War One, the Finnish had to de…

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: National

December

06

Sunday

Second Sunday of Advent

Advent is a 4 week period where Christians prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus (Christmas) and for some Christian denominations the possible return of Jesus via his Second Coming. The Second Sunday of Advent is a period which…

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: National

December

07

Monday

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day seeks to honor the victims of Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, an American Naval Station. The attack is often cited as the catalyst for American involvement in the Second World War, given that President Franklin…

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: International

December

07

Monday

International Civil Aviation Day

International Civil Aviation Day (ICAO) seeks to encourage the use of airplanes and flying. “Civil Aviation” refers to flights and aircraft that is for personal and business use rather than for military purposes. Civil Aviation is a global…

Civil Aviation Day

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: Roman Catholic

December

08

Tuesday

Immaculate Conception

The Feast of the Immaculate Conception celebrates the primarily Roman Catholic doctrine that the Virgin Mary was born without sin. It is held on December 8. Most Christians think of the Immaculate Conception as the union between Mary and th…

Immaculate Conception

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: International

December

09

Wednesday

Genocide Prevention Day

International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime 9 December is a United Nations-sponsored observance. This day seeks to raise awareness of the Genocide Convention and…

Genocide Prevention Day

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: Jewish holiday

December

12

Saturday

Last Day of Chanukah

Many Jewish people in the United States mark the last day of Hanukkah as the end of the Hanukkah celebrations. Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish observance to commemorate the Jewish people’s struggle for…

Last Day of Chanukah

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Were is celibrated: Most countries of the world

Holiday Type: Christian

December

12

Saturday

Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe is becoming an increasingly popular Catholic feast in some American communities on December 12. It is dedicated to Jesus’ mother Mary.

Lady of Guadalupe

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Were is celibrated: USA

Holiday Type: Observance

December

13

Sunday

National Guard Birthday

Even though it’s not a federal holiday, the birthday of the U.S. National Guard — celebrated on December 13 — is an important event to note. Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in America. Its members…

National Guard Birthday

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