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Holidays Around the WorldAll Countries • All Holidays • Major Religions • Multi-CulturalAustralia and Pacific Islands HolidaysMothers Day
Mothers Day: May 13Mothers Day is celebrated in Australia, Canada, and the USA. Motherhood is perhaps one of the most glorious things in the world. Mothers shape their children’s life in a way that no one else can do. Mother’s day has always been celebrated to cherish our dear mothers and make the day special for them. The Mother’s day concept was conceived by Anna Jarvis who felt it was essential to have a day to commemorate the glory of motherhood. It is now celebrated world wide. Anzac Day Solemnly Observed in Australia and New Zealand
Anzac Day: April 25Anzac Day is a national holiday in Australia and New Zealand. The acronym ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, and April 25 is the day that Australia and New Zealand remember the Anzac members who fought during World War I at Gallipoli in Turkey. More recently it commemorates all members who have served in military operation for both countries. Fiji Observes the Celebration of National Youth Day
Fiji’s National Youth Day: March 26National Youth Day is a public holiday in Fiji. To commemorate the active contribution of the youth in nation-building, Fiji celebrates National Youth Day in March every year. The actual date may vary for purpose making people enjoy a longer weekend but usually set on the last Monday of March. The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports designates the actual date as to which the National Youth Day should be celebrated. The holiday is considered to be one of the most important dates in Fiji’s holiday calendar. Special Day for the Youth of Palau
Palau’s Youth Day: March 15Youth Day is a public holiday in Palau. Youth Day is one of the most important holiday celebrations in the island nation Palau. The country celebrates the holiday every year on the 15th of March. Vanuatu celebrates Custom Chiefs Day
Custom Chief’s Day of Vanuatu: March 5Custom Chief’s Day is a public holiday in Vanuatu In Vanuatu’s calendar of events, Chief’s Day is celebrated annually every 5th of March. The country observes the holiday to recognize the power on chieftains or locally known as ‘Jifs’ on matters concerning politics, economy, judiciary, among others. Next Page » |
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