• First Day of Black History Month

    Is First Day of Black History Month a Public Holiday? This is not a public holiday. Government and public offices, businesses, and schools are not closed for this observation but may hold special events and outreach programs to commemorate the […]

  • National Freedom Day

    National Freedom Day is an observance in the United States that honors the signing of a resolution that proposed the 13th amendment of the nation's constitution on February 1, 1865. Abraham Lincoln, who was the president at the time, signed […]

  • Groundhog Day

    Groundhog Day falls on February 2 in the United States, coinciding with Candlemas. It is a part of popular culture among many Americans and it centers on the idea of the groundhog coming out of its home to “predict” the weather. […]

  • Rosa Parks Day

    Rosa Parks Day is an American observance to honor civil rights activist Rosa Parks, who was known for refusing to give up her seat on a bus. Is Rosa Parks Day a Public Holiday? This is not a public holiday. […]

  • Lunar New Year

    Many people in countries such as the United States celebrate Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year. It marks the first day of the New Year in the Chinese calendar. Is Lunar New Year a […]

  • Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras

    Shrove Tuesday is the last day before the fasting period of Lent (for Western Christians), 47 days before Easter Sunday. Shrove Tuesday is also called Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or Pancake Day. Is Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras a Public Holiday? Shrove […]

  • Valentine’s Day

    Valentine's Day is celebrated on February 14. It is a festival of romantic love and many people give cards, letters, flowers or presents to their spouse or partner. They may also arrange a romantic meal in a restaurant or night […]

  • First Day of Irish American Heritage Month

    Is First Day of Irish American Heritage Month a Public Holiday? This is not a public holiday. Government and public offices, businesses, and schools are not closed for this observation but may hold special events and outreach programs to commemorate […]

  • St. David’s Day

    Many Americans of Welsh origin annually celebrate the life of Wales’ patron saint, St David on March 1. It is also a time to people to remember the Welsh culture and to appreciate their Welsh origins. The Welsh flag is […]

  • Employee Appreciation Day

    Bosses across the United States have the chance to support, thank and reward workers on Employee Appreciation Day on the first Friday in March. Is Employee Appreciation Day a Public Holiday? Employee Appreciation Day is not a public holiday. Businesses […]

  • Read Across America Day

    Many people in the United States, particularly students, parents and teachers, join forces on Read Across America Day, annually held on the first school day closest to March 2. This nationwide observance coincides with the birthday of Dr Seuss on […]

  • St. Patrick’s Day

    St Patrick's Day, on March 17, remembers one of Ireland’s patron saints, St Patrick. It largely celebrates Irish-American culture in the United States. Is St. Patrick's Day a Public Holiday? Although St. Patrick's Day is not a public holiday, businesses […]

  • Doctors’ Day

    March 30 marks an important occasion in the world of health care—National Doctors' Day. This annual observance serves as a moment to honor the dedication, skill and unwavering commitment of physicians in providing high-quality health care to individuals and communities […]

  • Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday

    The birthday of Thomas Jefferson, who was the United States' third president, is an annual national legal observance on April 13 . He was the principal author of the U.S. Declaration of Independence and is known as one of the […]

  • Tax Day

    Many United States residents mark Tax Day as the deadline to file their income tax details to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The date is usually on or around April 15. However, this deadline may be extended to accommodate holidays […]

  • Administrative Professionals Day

    Administrative Professionals Day® highlights the important role of administrative professionals in all sectors of the modern economy worldwide. It is on the Wednesday of Administrative Professionals Week®, which is on the last full week of April. Is Administrative Professionals Day […]

  • First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

    This is not a public holiday. Government and public offices, businesses, and schools are not closed for this observation but may hold special events and outreach programs to commemorate the beginning of the month-long annual observation. Asian American, Native Hawaiian […]

  • Law Day

    Law Day in the United States of America (USA) is celebrated on May 1 each year. It also falls on the same day as Loyalty Day in the USA. Is Law Day a Public Holiday? Law Day is not a […]

  • Loyalty Day

    Loyalty Day is on May 1 each year. It is a special day for people to reaffirm their loyalty to the United States and to recognize the heritage of American freedom. It also falls on the same day as Law […]

  • Cinco de Mayo

    Cinco de Mayo is annually observed on May 5. It celebrates the defeat of the French army during the Battle of Puebla (Batalla de Puebla) in Mexico on May 5, 1862. It is not to be confused with Mexico's Independence Day. […]

  • National Teacher Appreciation Day

    The National Day Calendar states that the National Education Association describes National Teacher Day “as a day for honoring teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they make to our lives.” Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping children into future leaders […]

  • Mother’s Day

    Mother's Day in the United States celebrates motherhood on the second Sunday of May. A day to honor mothers, grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and all motherly figures. Many people give gifts, cards, flowers, candy, a meal in a restaurant, or other treats […]

  • Armed Forces Day

    Many Americans celebrate Armed Forces Day annually on the third Saturday of May. It is a day to pay tribute to men and women who serve the United States’ armed forces. Armed Forces Day is also part of Armed Forces […]