Special Days & Observances
Explore international UN observances, cultural festivals, and national historic days around the globe.
Swiss National Day
The national holiday of Switzerland commemorating the Federal Charter of 1291.
National Sisters Day
Celebrates the special, irreplaceable relationship and shared laughter between sisters.
Hiroshima Day
Solemn remembrance advocating world nuclear disarmament and everlasting peace.
International Youth Day
Draws attention to a given set of cultural and legal issues surrounding youth worldwide.
Independence Day of Pakistan
National holiday in Pakistan celebrating independence from British rule in 1947.
Independence Day of India
National holiday in India commemorating independence from the British Empire in 1947.
National Mourning Day of Bangladesh
Solemn day commemorating the tragic assassination of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
World Humanitarian Day & World Photography Day
Honors aid workers who risk their lives in humanitarian service and celebrates photographic art.
World Senior Citizens' Day
Honors the wisdom, achievements, and contributions of senior citizens in families and society.
Independence Day of Ukraine
National holiday celebrating the Declaration of Independence of Ukraine in 1991.
Women's Equality Day
Celebrates women's right to vote and the ongoing march toward gender equality.
Independence Day of Malaysia (Hari Merdeka)
The national day of Malaysia commemorating the independence of the Federation of Malaya in 1957.