Religous and Ethnic Holidays

The day many Buddhist traditions celebrate the enlightenment of the Buddha

First observed in 1950, this Baháʼí faith day is inspired by their idea of the oneness and evolution of religion. The purpose

This Jewish holiday is celebrated as an ancient Earth Day, where trees are planted annually.

In Mahayana countries the New Year starts on the first full moon day in January.

Description: Pagans and Wiccans celebrate this festival as the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, which honors light,

Description: Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month.

Description: Occurring 40 days after Christmas, Candlemas celebrates the birth of light. It commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the Temple, which

Description: Muslims remember Prophet Muhammad’s pilgrimage from Mecca to Jerusalem on this holy day. After his arrival, he ascended to Heaven. Traditions

Description: The celebration of the new year on the lunisolar Chinese Calendar. Traditions or Practices:  Celebrations to usher out the old year

Description: Shrove Tuesday is the traditional feast day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Traditions or Practices: Shrove Tuesday, Pancake

Description: Ash Wednesday is a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for reconciliation with God and marks the beginning of

Description: Known as Nirvana Day in Mahãyãna Buddhism, this day honors the death of Buddha and his attainment of final nirvana. Traditions