Global Overview of Public Holidays by Country

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Public holidays

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Public holidays vary by country and region, and they often commemorate significant historical events, cultural traditions, or religious observances. Here are some common public holidays in various countries:

United States

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Third Monday in January)
  • Presidents' Day (Third Monday in February)
  • Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
  • Independence Day (July 4)
  • Labor Day (First Monday in September)
  • Columbus Day (Second Monday in October)
  • Veterans Day (November 11)
  • Thanksgiving (Fourth Thursday in November)
  • Christmas (December 25)

United Kingdom

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Good Friday (Date varies)
  • Easter Monday (Date varies)
  • Early May Bank Holiday (First Monday in May)
  • Spring Bank Holiday (Last Monday in May)
  • Summer Bank Holiday (First Monday in August, observed in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)
  • Boxing Day (December 26)

Canada

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Good Friday (Date varies)
  • Easter Monday (Date varies, not a statutory holiday in all provinces)
  • Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
  • Canada Day (July 1)
  • Civic Holiday (First Monday in August, varies by province)
  • Labour Day (First Monday in September)
  • Thanksgiving (Second Monday in October)
  • Remembrance Day (November 11, not a statutory holiday in all provinces)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)
  • Boxing Day (December 26)

Australia

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Australia Day (January 26)
  • Labour Day (Date varies by state)
  • ANZAC Day (April 25)
  • Queen's Birthday (Date varies by state)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)
  • Boxing Day (December 26)

India

  • Republic Day (January 26)
  • Independence Day (August 15)
  • Gandhi Jayanti (October 2)
  • Diwali (Date varies)
  • Holi (Date varies)
  • Eid (Date varies)
  • Christmas (December 25)

Other Countries

Many other countries have their own unique public holidays, often reflecting their cultural heritage, historical events, or religious practices. If you have a specific country or region in mind, please let me know, and I can provide more detailed information!