Irish Holidays
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St Patrick’s Day 2015
Although St Patrick’s Day was celebrated as a religious holiday in the past, it is now being recognized as a secular public holiday. The Irish celebrate this day with much fervor in Ireland itself and also in other countries where there are…
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St. Andrew’s Day 2012
When is St. Andrew’s Day 2012? This year St. Andrew’s Day falls on 30 November 2012. It is considered to be a feast day in honor of Saint Andrew who was an enthusiastic saint of Scotland. In 2006, the Scottish Parliament declared…
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UK Public Holidays 2012
United Kingdom Bank Holidays The bank holidays in England include Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland. It is good to note workers do not automatically get to take time off on public holidays. Sometimes they are expected to work and get…
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All Saints Day: What is & When is?
What is All Saints Day ? All Saints Day – 1 November 2012, 2013 etc The day on which all Christians have a feast in honor of all saints of the church. This observance was first ordered by Pope Gregory…
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Deepavali / Diwali 2012
Deepavali and Diwali Celebrations Deepavali / Diwali – November 13th, 2012 Deepavali is known to be the biggest festival in Hinduism. People from countries such as UK, Fiji, USA, Guyana, Canada, India, and other countries host major celebrations during this…
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Remembrance Day 2012
Remembrance Day 2012 Remembrance Day (is also know as Poppy Day or Armistice Day) – 11 November 2012 – Second Sunday in November in Remembrance of people killed during the two World Wars. This special day was set aside to…
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Boxing Day 2014
Boxing Day, 26 December 2014 Boxing Day – 26 December 2014 – Recognized Bank Holiday (The Day after Christmas Day) According to historians, this day was developed due to servants having to work on Christmas Day, but were allowed to…
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All World Public Holidays & Festivals in 2012
Calendars of Public Holidays in your country Irish Public Holidays – Calendar of public holidays in Republic of Ireland, their dates and meanings. Malaysia Public Holiday – Holiday calendar of Malaysia public holidays & festivals, and their dates and meanings. French Public…
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Labor Day 2012
Labor Day Observances In the USA, people give great importance to Labor Day, which are normally observed on the first Monday in September each year. This year it will be celebrated on September 3rd, 2012. Most Americans view Labor Day…
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Memorial Day 2013
Memorial Day 2013, May 27th 2013 When is Memorial Day in 2013 ? Memorial Day in 2013 year is on May 27th. In the United States Memorial Day is celebrated every year on the last Monday of May. Origins of…
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