Globe Trottin' Kids

Carnival of Brazil
2026-02-13
The Carnival of Brazil is a festival held in Rio de Janeiro before Lent and is considered the biggest carnival in the world. The celebration includes vibrant parades, elaborate costumes, music, and street parties.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science
2026-02-11
International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a day established by the United Nations to recognize the essential role of women and girls in science and technology.

Milano Cortina Olympic Games
2026-02-06
The 2026 Winter Olympics, officially the XXV Winter Olympic Games, is an international multi-sport event from February 6 to 22 in Milan, Italy.
Related Post: Olympic Fever: Engaging Kids With the Excitement of the Summer Games

Waitangi Day
2026-02-06
Waitangi Day, a public holiday in New Zealand, celebrates the Treaty of Waitangi, regarded as the nation’s founding document.

Sapporo Snow Festival
2026-02-04
The Sapporo Snow Festival is an annual winter event held in Sapporo, Japan, showcasing elaborate and intricate snow and ice sculptures. Millions of visitors from around the world attend the festival, which features large-scale sculptures, ice displays, and various winter activities.

Global School Play Day
2026-02-04
Global School Play Day is all about restoring unstructured play to a generation of kids!
Provide time for free play without the use of screens, structured games, or adult direction. The idea is to let children explore their creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interactions in an unstructured and spontaneous environment.

World Read Aloud Day
2026-02-04
Every year, on World Read Aloud Day, people around the globe read aloud and share stories to advocate for literacy as a human right that belongs to all people.
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Rosa Parks Day
2026-02-04
Rosa Parks Day is an American holiday honoring the civil rights activist Rosa Parks, born on this day in 1913.

Setsubun
2026-02-03
Setsubun, the Bean-Throwing Festival, takes place before the first day of spring in Japan. Roasted soybeans called fuku mame (fortune beans) are thrown for good luck.

Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action
2026-02-02
Black Lives Matter at School, a national coalition organizing for racial justice in education, encourages all educators, students, parents, unions, and community organizations to join the annual week of action during the first week of February each year.​

National Freedom Day
2026-02-01
National Freedom Day is observed on February 1st in the United States to commemorate the date in 1865 when President Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution that later became the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, abolishing slavery. It serves as a day to reflect on the importance of freedom, equality, and the ongoing pursuit of civil rights for all Americans.

Tu B'Shevat
2026-02-01
Tu B’Shevat, also known as the “New Year of the Trees,” is one of the four “New Years” of the Jewish calendar.
It is a time to appreciate nature and environmental stewardship, often marked by planting trees and eating fruits associated with Israel, such as figs, dates, and pomegranates.

Desert Festival, India
2026-01-30
The 3-day Jaisalmer Desert Festival looks at the desert culture of India. It features camel races, polo matches, puppeteers, jugglers, men with long mustaches, turban-tying competitions, and locals wearing colorful traditional dresses.

Read Your World Day
2026-01-29
Read Your World Day, formerly Multicultural Children’s Book Day (MCBD) is an online and offline celebration that attracts thousands of supporters, educators, parents, caregivers, book reviewers, and quality authors and publishers who join forces to shine the spotlight on diversity in children’s and YA literature.
Celebrated annually, this global non-profit organization offers numerous free resources, including teaching tools, booklists, downloads, and a year-round initiative to get multicultural and diverse books into the hands of young readers.
Learn more.

International LEGO Day
2026-01-28
International LEGO Day marks the day when Danish carpenter, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, first submitted his patent for the original Lego brick in 1958.
The LEGO company was founded in 1932. The company made a variety of wooden toys and took the name Lego from the Danish words “LEg GOdt” which translates to “play well.”

International Holocaust Remembrance Day
2026-01-27
International Holocaust Remembrance Day honors the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism and develops educational programs to help prevent future genocides.

Up Helly Aa
2026-01-27
Up Helly Aa is a traditional Viking fire festival that takes place every year on the last Tuesday of January. It marks the beginning of the longer days and the new year.

Republic Day of India
2026-01-26
Republic Day of India has been celebrated since 1950. This day honors India’s constitution and is celebrated with grand celebrations, including a spectacular parade in New Delhi featuring cultural performances, military displays, and floats representing India’s diversity.
It is a time of national pride, honoring the country’s democratic values and rich heritage.

Australia Day
2026-01-26
Australia Day marks the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 and the beginning of European settlement in Australia.
It is observed with national pride through events like parades, barbecues, and fireworks, as well as ceremonies for welcoming new citizens.
The day also invites reflection on Australia’s history, including discussions about Indigenous cultures and the impact of colonization.

The Great Kindness Challenge
2026-01-26
The Great Kindness Challenge: One Week. One Checklist. Infinite Happiness.
Empower your students to create a culture of kindness.
Related Post: Teach Kindness in Your Classroom

Burns Night
2026-01-25
Burns Night is celebrated in Scotland to honor the life and contributions of the bard (poet) Robert Burns, born on January 25, 1759. Burns’ best-known work is Auld Lang Syne.

World Buskers Festival
2026-01-23
Buskers, also known as street performers, gather in Christchurch, New Zealand for the ten-day World Buskers Festival. Comedians, jugglers, acrobats, magicians, and more entertain visitors for voluntary donations.

Martin Luther King Day
2026-01-19
Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday in the United States on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life and accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr.
Related Post: Celebrate the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Through Song

World Religion Day
2026-01-18
The aim of World Religion Day, held on the third Sunday in January every year, is to promote inter-faith understanding and harmony.

Kid Inventors' Day
2026-01-17
Kid Inventors’ Day celebrates the creativity and ingenuity of young inventors. The day encourages children to explore their innovative ideas, fostering a spirit of curiosity and discovery.

Pongal
2026-01-14
Pongal is a four-day harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, India to honor the sun, nature, and farmers for a bountiful harvest.
Central to the festivities is the preparation of Pongal, a sweet rice dish cooked with milk and jaggery, symbolizing prosperity and gratitude. The festival includes rituals like decorating homes with kolam (rangoli designs), offering prayers, and rejoicing with family and community.

International Kite Festival
2026-01-10
The International Kite Festival, held annually during Makar Sankranti in Gujarat, India, is a vibrant celebration of artistry and culture.
The skies fill with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes as people from around the world participate in friendly competitions and showcase their designs.

Orthodox Christmas
2026-01-07
Orthodox Christmas, celebrated by many Eastern Orthodox Christians, follows the Julian calendar rather than the Gregorian calendar. It is a deeply spiritual holiday centered on church services, hymns, and fasting, culminating in a festive meal with family.
Customs vary by region but often include blessings, candlelight processions, and the sharing of traditional foods that reflect cultural and religious heritage.

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival
2026-01-05
The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival is the largest ice and snow festival in the world. It takes place in Harbin, (Northeast) China.

World Braille Day
2026-01-04
World Braille Day is celebrated on the birthday of Louis Braille, the inventor of braille. Braille is a reading and writing system for people who are visually impaired.
