Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival traditionally marks the end of the Chinese New Year Spring Festival period, celebrated on the 15th day of the first Chinese lunar month.
World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day was proposed by Thailand to celebrate and raise awareness of the world's wild fauna (animals) and flora (plants).
Holi
Holi is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated across India and other parts of the world, marking the arrival of spring. Participants engage in exuberant festivities, including throwing colored powders and…
Iditarod
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is an annual long-distance sled dog race from Anchorage to Nome, taking 9-15 days or more.
International Women’s Day
International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8th. The focal point for this day is to empower women around the world. In some countries, it is a day…
Harriet Tubman Day
Harriet Tubman Day is an American holiday in honor of the anti-slavery activist Harriet Tubman, observed on March 10 every year.
Las Fallas
Las Fallas is a traditional festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain, known for its elaborate and artistic sculptures called "fallas" that are displayed throughout the city. The festival culminates in the…
World Folktales and Fables Week
World Folktales and Fables Week is held each year during the third week of March to encourage exploration of the lessons learned from folk tales, fables, myths, and legends from…
St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day commemorates the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. Celebrated globally, it is marked by parades, the wearing of green attire, and various festivities that honor Irish culture…
Global Recycling Day
Global Recycling Day was created in 2018 to help recognize, and celebrate, the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious primary resources and securing the future of our planet.