This Month's World Holidays
This Month's Global and National Public Holidays
Dussehra
Dussehra is a Hindu festival celebrated in India, Nepal, and other countries that marks the victory of good over evil, symbolised by Ram defeating the demon king Ravana.
Harvest Festival in Germany
Harvest Festival is a German holiday celebrated in October with food, parades, and activities to celebrate and give thanks for the year’s bountiful harvest.
World Smile Day
World Smile Day is an annual holiday celebrated on the first Friday of October. It promotes the spirit of happiness, appreciation, and kindness throughout the world.
Wine Day in Moldova
Wine Day is a traditional Moldovan holiday, celebrated on the first of October, celebrating the production and consumption of Moldovan wine and its cultural significance.
Chelum in Pakistan
Chehlum is an annual holiday celebrated by Shia Muslims in Pakistan to commemorate the death of Prophet Muhammad's grandson Imam Hussain in the Battle of Karbala. It is marked by reciting poems, mourning processions, and preparing food for those in need.
World Teachers’ Day in United States of America
The United Nations' (UN) World Teachers' Day commemorates the work of teachers and their contributions to society. It is observed on October 5 each year.
Republic Day in Portugal
Republic Day is a national holiday in Portugal
Daylight Saving Time starts in Australia
Daylight Saving Time starts in Australia
Day of National Minorities of the Republic of Armenia in Armenia
Day of National Minorities of the Republic of Armenia is a observance in Armenia
Teacher’s Day in Armenia
Teacher's Day is a observance in Armenia
Father’s Day in Luxembourg
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Peace and Reconciliation Day observed in Mozambique
Peace and Reconciliation Day is an important day in the history of Mozambique. It is a day to honor the nation's struggle and sacrifices for peace. This day is celebrated every year to recognize the courage of Mozambicans who have faced violence, pain, and death during the long civil war. Through collective action and strength, the people of Mozambique have achieved peace. Peace and Reconciliation Day is a public holiday in Mozambique.
Constitution Day in Vanuatu
Constitution Day is a public holiday in Vanuatu
Thanksgiving Day in Saint Lucia
Thanksgiving Day is a public holiday in Saint Lucia
Day of the Heroes of the Carpathian-Duklian Operation in Slovakia
Day of the Heroes of the Carpathian-Duklian Operation is a observance in Slovakia
Chuseok in South Korea
Chuseok, celebrated in South Korea, is one of the most important holidays of the year. The holiday celebrates the year’s harvest and is traditionally a time to honor one’s ancestors. Chuseok lasts three days – usually from the 14th to the 16th day of the 8th lunar month of the Korean lunar calendar. During this time, food offerings are made to ancestral graves and folk games are played in the neighborhood. Chuseok is a public holiday in South Korea.
Mid-Autumn Festival in Taiwan
Greetings friends and family. It is my pleasure to welcome you to Taiwan in celebration of their Mid-Autumn Festival. As you know, this is a special time for the people of Taiwan, when they gather to share in the joy of the harvest and celebrate the rich culture of the island. Mid-Autumn Festival is a national holiday in Taiwan.
Day of Commemoration and National Mourning in Turkmenistan
Day of Commemoration and National Mourning is a public holiday in Turkmenistan
Day off for Constitution Day in Vanuatu
Celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Vanuatu on Constitution Day, a national holiday observed on July 30th. Immerse yourself in island traditions, taste local delicacies, and soak up the beauty of this South Pacific destination. Take some time off and experience the vibrant festivities of this important holiday.
World Teachers’ Day in Kiribati
World Teachers' Day is a public holiday in Kiribati
Sukkot Eve in State of Israel
Greetings and blessings to all the people of Israel celebrating Sukkot. This year, let us stand together in spirit and joy while celebrating Sukkot Eve in the State of Israel. This is the time of year when we rejoice and give thanks to God for blessing us with the harvest and the bounty of nature. Sukkot Eve is a observance and Jewish holiday in Israel.
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year in Judaism and is widely observed by fasting and praying. It marks the Day of Atonement, when sins are forgiven by God, and is typically celebrated over a 25-hour period. It is believed that on Yom Kippur God decides the fate of each individual for the coming year. Practices include wearing white clothing to symbolize purity and asking for forgiveness from those whom have been hurt or wronged.
Labour Day in Australia
Labour Day (in Australia) is a public holiday occurring on the first Monday of October annually, providing a day of rest and leisure for workers in Australia. In 2023, it will fall on October 2 and is often celebrated with decadent dinners, family days out, picnics, and outdoor events such as barbecues, fetes, and festivals. It is also a chance for people to reflect on the positive contributions of the nation's workers.
World Habitat Day in United States of America
The United Nations’ (UN) World Habitat Day reflects on the state of human settlements and people’s right to sufficient shelter.
Frances Xavier Cabrini Day in United States of America
Frances Xavier Cabrini Day is a state holiday in the USA
Child Health Day in United States of America
As we celebrate Child Health Day in the United States of America, we honor the importance of promoting and protecting the well-being of our nation's youth. From nutrition to access to healthcare, let us reflect on ways to support the physical, mental, and emotional health of our future generations. Happy observance of this national holiday!
World Cerebral Palsy Day in United States of America
World Cerebral Palsy Day is an annual awareness observation that brings together people with cerebral palsy, their families and loved ones, and organizations working to ensure equal rights for them.
German American Day in United States of America
German American Day is a observance in the USA
Mid-Autumn Festival in China
Greetings from the Chinese: Mid-Autumn Festival! This upcoming festival on September 20th marks an important and deeply cherished annual celebration of the bright autumn moon that is shared by people of China. Mid-Autumn Festival is a national holiday in China.
National Day Golden Week holiday in China
National Day Golden Week holiday is a national holiday in China
Labour Day in Australia
Labour Day in Australia celebrates workers’ role in contributing towards the nation’s economy. It is an annual public holiday but its date varies across the states and territories.
King’s Birthday in Australia
The King’s birthday is an annual public holiday in parts of Australia celebrating the official birthday of King Charles III.
Territory Day in Australia
Territory Day is a state holiday in Australia
Armed Forces Day in Egypt
Armed Forces Day in Egypt is a national observance celebrated every March 6th to honor the bravery and sacrifices of Egyptian servicemen, showcasing patriotic ceremonies and military displays across the country. This significant holiday fosters national pride and unity.
Peat Cutting Monday in Falkland Islands
Peat Cutting Monday is a public holiday in Falkland Islands
First Day of Sukkot in United States of America
The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival for Jewish communities in many countries, including the United States.
First day of Sukkot in Canada
The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival for Jewish communities in many countries, including Canada.
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti in India
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti is a restricted holiday in India
First day of Sukkot in Australia
The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival for Jewish communities in Australia.
First day of Sukkot in Germany
The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival, celebrated among Jewish communities worldwide.
First day of Sukkot in United Kingdom
Sukkot is a Jewish holiday lasting 7 days. It begins on the 15th of Tishrei, which falls into September or October.
Chuseok Holiday in South Korea
Chuseok is one of the most significant traditional holidays in South Korea. It is celebrated every mid-autumn to honor Korea’s ancestor, recognize the hard work of farmers in the late-summer harvest, and celebrate the rich Korean culture. As a harvest festival, Chuseok typically falls on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month of the traditional Korean calendar. Chuseok Holiday is a public holiday in South Korea.
Sukkot (Day 1) in State of Israel
The first day of Sukkot marks the start of the Sukkot festival, celebrated among Jewish communities worldwide.
Battle of Angamos in Peru
Battle of Angamos is a national holiday in Peru
Sukkot (Day 2) in State of Israel
Sukkot (Day 2) is a observance and Jewish holiday in Israel
International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction in United States of America
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction is annually observed on the second Wednesday of October to promote a global culture of natural disaster risk reduction.
Special Working Day in China
Special Working Day is a working day on weekend in China
Second Day of Sukkot in Germany
Second Day of Sukkot is a observance, Jewish holiday, and Jewish holiday in Germany
Day of the Croatian Parliament in Croatia
Day of the Croatian Parliament is a observance in Croatia
Valencian Autonomy Day in Spain
Valencian Autonomy Day is a public holiday in Valencia, Spain that celebrates the 1978 Autonomy Statute of the Valencian Community. Every October 9th, the day is observed with official ceremonies, parades, and events coordinated by the Valencian regional government.