Naadam Festival
Naadam is a traditional festival marking Mongolia's independence from China. The 3-day holiday blends traditional arts and sports with wrestling, horse racing, and archery competitions. Learn more here.
World Population Day
World Population Day is for bringing attention to population issues, such as the importance of family planning, gender equality, poverty, maternal health, and human rights.
Bastille Day, France
Bastille Day is a French holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille, a military fortress and prison. On July 14, 1789 this violent uprising helped spark the beginning of the…
Nelson Mandela International Day
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on his birthday - July 18th. “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what…
International Day of Friendship
The International Day of Friendship is meant to inspire people around the world to build culturally diverse bridges and bring people together through friendship. Click HERE for information and activities.
FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is an international football (soccer) tournament held every four years, bringing together national teams from around the world to compete for the championship. It is one…
Leap Day
A Leap Day, February 29, is added to the calendar during leap years. This extra day makes the year 366 days long.