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The Monkey Buffet Festival takes place every year in Lopburi, Thailand. During the festival, people offer fruits, vegetables, and candies to the monkeys that live around the ancient temple of Phra Prang Sam Yot. |
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The International Day of Persons with Disabilities was created to promote the rights and well-being of people with disabilities and to increase awareness of their situation in all aspects of life. "Let us remove physical and cultural barriers, build resilient societies and create opportunities that truly leave no one behind." — António Guterres, UN Secretary-General |
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International Volunteer Day promotes volunteerism and encourages governments to support volunteer efforts both locally and nationally. |
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Saint Nicholas Day is the feast day of Saint Nicholas. It is observed on December 6 in Western Christian countries and Romania, December 5 in the Netherlands, and December 19 in Eastern Christian countries. |
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Human Rights Day is observed every year on December 10 - the day (in 1948) the United Nations adopted the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights." Click HERE for information and activities. |
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International Mountain Day is meant to bring awareness to the importance of mountains in peoples' lives, and to preserving mountain ecosystems. |
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St. Lucia's Day is a festival of lights celebrated in Sweden, Norway, and the Swedish-speaking areas of Finland on December 13 in honour of St. Lucia (St. Lucy). |
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Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a Jewish celebration that lasts for eight nights (December 14 - 22, 2025). It commemorates the miracle of the oil in the Second Temple in Jerusalem and involves the lighting of the menorah, playing dreidel games, and enjoying festive foods. Click here for information and activities. |
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Las Posadas, ("The Inns" in Spanish) is a Mexican Christmas tradition that reenacts Mary and Joseph's search for shelter in Bethlehem. Celebrated from December 16th to 24th, it involves processions, caroling, and symbolic representations of the biblical story, culminating in a feast and breaking of a piñata. |
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On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers took their first successful flight in North Carolina. Every year on this day, Americans celebrate Wright Brothers Day to honor their contributions to aviation. |
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Migrants are workers who move from place to place to do seasonal work. International Migrants Day is dedicated to recognizing the efforts and rights of these workers. Established by UNESCO, the day honors the rich history, beauty, and global importance of the Arabic language. |
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This day marks the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the shortest day of the year. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is the summer solstice - the longest day of the year. Yalda, an ancient Persian festival, is a winter solstice celebration that takes place on the longest and darkest night of the year. The Dongzhi Festival, also known as the Winter Solstice Festival, is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, typically falling on or around December 21st or 22nd. Rooted in the ancient philosophy of yin and yang, the festival signifies the turning point when days start to become longer,… |
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La Noche de los Rábanos, or The Night of the Radishes, is an annual tradition in Oaxaca, Mexico for carving festive radishes during the Christmas season. Click here for information. |
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Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is marked by festive traditions, gift-giving, and gatherings with family and friends. Check out: Multicultural Versions of the 12 Days of Christmas Jólabókaflóð: A "Christmas Book Flood" World of Cookies for Santa |
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Boxing Day is a holiday celebrated on the day after Christmas Day. It is celebrated in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Hong Kong and South Africa. Originally it was a holiday to give gifts to the poor, but today Boxing Day is mostly known as a shopping holiday. |
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Ōmisoka —or ōtsugomori —is a Japanese traditional celebration on the last day of the year. It is customary for people to clean their homes, eat soba or udon noodles, and bathe at night to rid themselves of uncleanliness. Bells are struck 108 times to bring in the new year and lift people from suffering. |
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