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Kwanzaa - December 26, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration observed from December 26th to January 1st, honoring African heritage and culture in African American communities. Established in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is rooted in traditional African harvest festivals and serves as a time for reflection, reaffirmation of values, and community building.
Hanukkah - December 25, 2024 - January 2, 2025
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish holiday
commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during the
Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire in the 2nd century BCE.
Christmas - December 25, 2024
Christmas is an annual Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is
a time of religious significance, celebrated with prayer, worship services, and nativity
plays depicting the biblical story of Jesus’ birth.
Native American Heritage Month - November 2024
Native American Heritage Month has its origins in a week-long celebration initiated in 1986 by President Ronald Reagan. It was expanded to a month-long observance in 1990, coinciding with the month historically significant for Native American communities due to its connection with harvest season and traditional ceremonies.
Diwali - October 31 - November 4, 2024
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals celebrated globally. Observed over a period of five days, Diwali typically falls between mid-October and mid November, marking the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.
International Pronouns Day - October 2024
International Pronouns Day, observed annually on the third Wednesday of October, is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of respecting, sharing, and honoring individuals’ pronouns.
Rosh Hashanah - October 2 - October 4, 2024
Rosh Hashanah, meaning “head of the year” in Hebrew, is the Jewish New Year, observed on the first two days of the Hebrew month of Tishrei, typically falling in September or October. It marks the beginning of the High Holy Days, a period of introspection, repentance, and renewal leading up to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.
International Day of Peace - September 21, 2024
The International Day of Peace is a globally recognized day dedicated to promoting peace and non-violence. Established by the United Nations in 1981, the day provides an opportunity for nations, communities, and individuals to come together in solidarity and work towards building a more peaceful world.
Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 - October 15, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the cultural contributions and heritage of Hispanic and Latino Americans. The month-long observance begins on September 15th, the anniversary of independence for several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Women’s Equality Day - August 26, 2024
Women’s Equality Day commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1920, which granted women the right to vote. The 19th Amendment was a landmark achievement in the women’s rights movement and fight for gender equality.
Indian Independence Day - August 15, 2024
Indian Independence Day commemorates the nation’s independence from British rule, which was achieved in 1947. This day marks the culmination of the long struggle for freedom led by prominent figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose.
Disability Pride Month - July 2024
Disability Pride Month is a time to celebrate the diverse abilities and contributions of individuals with disabilities. It originated from the disability rights movement, with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law on July 26, 1990.
Juneteenth - June 2024
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is observed annually on June 19th in the United States. Commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, Juneteenth has its origins in Galveston, Texas, where Union General Gordon Granger announced the end of slavery on June 19, 1865, nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - May 2024
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States.
Mental Health Awareness Month - May 2024
Mental Health Awareness Month is an initiative dedicated to fostering understanding, reducing stigma, and promoting awareness about mental health and well-being.
Autism Awareness Month - April 2024
Autism Awareness Month, recognized globally every April, originated in the 1970s as an initiative by the Autism Society of America. Established. by the society’s then-president, Bernard Rimland, the month was designed to promote public understanding of autism and advocate for inclusivity.
Passover - April 22, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Passover, also known as Pesach in Hebrew, is a major Jewish holiday commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. The holiday is observed for seven or eight days, depending on family and communal custom, beginning on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan.
Earth Day - April 22, 2024
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is a global initiative dedicated to environmental awareness and action. Originating in 1970, Earth Day has grown into a pivotal platform advocating for sustainable practices, environmental protection, and climate action.
Easter - March 31, 2024
Easter is a significant Christian holiday that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, celebrated on the first Sunday
after the first full moon following the spring equinox. Good Friday, which falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday, marks the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ.
Transgender Day of Visibility - March 31, 2024
This is a day dedicated to celebrating the resilience and achievements of transgender people while also raising awareness about the discrimination and challenges they may face. It seeks to promote understanding and acceptance, fostering a more inclusive world for transgender individuals.
Ramadan - March 10, 2024 - April 10, 2024
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a sacred period for Muslims globally, marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection during daylight hours. The culmination of Ramadan is celebrated with Eid al-Fitr, a joyous occasion characterized by communal prayers, feasting, and acts of charity.
Black History Month February 2024
Black History Month, established to honor the achievements and contributions of Black individuals and communities, traces its roots back to historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (previously ASNHL).
Lunar New year February 10 2024
2024 is the Year of the Dragon! Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is celebrated with vibrant festivities across many Asian cultures.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 15 2024
Black History Month, established to honor the achievements and contributions of Black individuals and communities, traces its roots back to historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (previously ASNHL).
World Braille Day January 4 2024
Braille is the tactile writing system that has empowered millions of visually impaired individuals worldwide.