Religous and Ethnic Holidays
Rama Navami
Celebrates the birthday of Rama, king of ancient India, hero of the epic Ramayana, and seventh incarnation of Vishnu. Religious / Ethnic
Mahavir Jayant
This religious festival commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the last spiritual leader of Jainism. Religious / Ethnic Group – Jain Tradition
Festival of Ridvan Begins
The day that it is believed that Baha’u’llah learned his mission as the last messenger of God to the world in 1863.
First Day of Passover
Commemorates the Exodus of Jews from slavery in Egypt. Religious / Ethnic Group – Jewish Tradition and Practices – The first and
Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday is considered the entry of the Lord Jesus into Jerusalem and the start of Holy Week. On the day before,
Race Unity Day
Observance promoting racial harmony and understanding and the essential unity of humanity. Religious/ Ethnic Group: Bahai Tradition/ Practices: Race Unity Day is
Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib
On June 16 annually, members of the Sikh religion remember the martyrdom of Guru Arjan. Religious/ Ethnic Group: Sikh Tradition/ Practices: Traditionally,
Juneteenth
Originally commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas in 1865, it is now celebrated throughout the U.S. to honor
Litha
Litha, also known as Midsummer or the Summer Solstice, is a pagan holiday that celebrates the longest day of the year and