Holiday Type: Orthodox

April

13

Monday

Orthodox Easter Monday

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday, which celebrates Jesus’ resurrection, according to Christian belief. Many Orthodox Christian churches in the United States often observe Easter Monday at a later date than the Easter Monday date…

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Holiday Type: Christian

May

14

Thursday

Ascension Day

Ascension Day is observed in the United States on the 40th day of Easter. It commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven, according to the New Testament of the Bible.About Ascension DayAscension Day has religious and cultural mea…

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Holiday Type: Christian

May

24

Sunday

Pentecost

Pentecost is a Christian holy day commemorating the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the disciples of Jesus Christ, according to the New Testament of the Bible. It is also known as Whitsunday, or Whit Sunday.About PentecostPentecost has relig…

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Holiday Type: Muslim

May

27

Wednesday

Eid al-Adha

Many Muslims in the United States observe Eid-al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, each year. This festival commemorates Ibrahim’s (Abraham) willingness to sacrifice his son to God. This festival also marks the end of the Hajj pil…

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Holiday Type: Christian

May

31

Sunday

Trinity Sunday

Trinity Sunday is the first Sunday after Pentecost and is celebrated by many Christians in the United States. It is one of the few feasts that are celebrated as a doctrine instead of an event. It is also symbolic of the unity of the Trinity…

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Holiday Type: Christian

August

15

Saturday

Assumption of Mary

Catholic churches in the United States celebrate the feast of the Assumption on August 15 each year to honor the belief that Jesus' mother was taken to heaven.About Assumption of MaryAssumption of Mary has religious and cultural meanin…

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Holiday Type: Muslim

August

26

Wednesday

The Prophet’s Birthday

<em>Eid Milad ul-Nabi</em> (<em>Mawlid</em>, <em>Milad</em>-<em>un-Nabi</em>) celebrates the Prophet Muhammad's life. It falls on the 12th or 17th day of the Islamic month of <em>Ra…

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Holiday Type: Hindu Holiday

August

28

Friday

Raksha Bandhan

This is a special Hindu festival which is celebrated in India and countries like Nepal to symbolize the love between a brother and a sister. The occasion of Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu luni-solar calendar…

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Holiday Type: Christian

November

01

Sunday

All Saints’ Day

The Christian holiday of All Saint's Day honors and recognizes all of the saints of the christian church, many of which were martyrs. The church sets this day aside to celebrate over 10,000 recognized saints. Historically, All Saints D…

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Holiday Type: Christian

November

02

Monday

All Souls’ Day

The Christian holiday of All Soul's Day pays respect and remembers the souls of all friends and loved ones who have died and gone to heaven. It is a time to pray for their souls that they may be received into heaven. Upon death, it is…

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Holiday Type: Hindu Holiday

November

08

Sunday

Diwali

Diwali Day is the first day of a five day Hindu holiday celebration. It is a festival of lights, one of the major Hindu holidays of the year. Diwali Day originated in India as a harvest festival. It is now celebrated by Hindus throughout th…

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Holiday Type: Worldwide Observance

November

13

Friday

World Kindness Day

It is very kind of you to visit this important page, and learn more about <i>World Kindness Day</i>.<i>World Kindness Day </i>encourages us to be kind to others, helping to create a nicer, better world.According to t…

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November

16

Monday

International Day for Tolerance

International Tolerance Day is an annual event, celebrated around the world. It was created and is sponsored by UNESCO. The United Nations is committed to strengthening tolerance by fostering mutual understanding among cultures and peoples….

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Holiday Type: Christian

November

29

Sunday

First Sunday of Advent

The First Sunday of Advent begins the Christian season of preparation and hope leading to Christmas.People across the United States can mark the occasion through thoughtful messages, meaningful activities, and time shared with family, frien…

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Holiday Type: Observance

December

01

Tuesday

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a day which is observed on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States. It was created in 2012, to celebrate giving and charitable acts. Using the Internet and social media, this holiday is able to connect many dif…

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December

25

Friday

Christmas Day

Many people in the United States celebrate Christmas Day on December 25. The day celebrates Jesus Christ's birth.About Christmas DayChristmas Day has religious and cultural meaning for the communities that observe it. Traditions can di…

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