Japanese New Year 2016 Japan has always attached utmost importance to their tradition, culture and heritage. However, since the Gregorian calendar is abided by for all official purposes, people of Japan have not agreed to celebrate the New Year according to the modern day calendar system on the first day of the month of January. But all the celebrations take place as per the traditions and heritage. The Japanese New Year is known by the name of Shōgatsu, and this is one of the major events in the life of Japanese people, and as such celebrations take place for about a fortnight. Date and Day of Japanese New Year 2016 – Friday, January 1, 2016. Clean the House – Preparations for Shōgatsu begin days in advance as homes and business places get a through spring cleaning. Decorate the House – Japanese people decorate their homes for Shōgatsu as per some traditional beliefs. In all these, pine, rice straw ropes, and bamboo are given utmost importance. Pine, which is a form of evergreen foliage, and cannot be destroyed even by the harshness of the winter season, is considered by the Japanese people to be the embodiment of courage to overcome all kinds of odds that one may face in one’s life. Bamboo is considered to be embodiment of strength and goodness. Rice straw ropes are braided to form streamers or wreaths. These signify that the home is pure now and is ready to welcome all kinds of positive vibes. 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Bell Ringing – On the New Year’s Eve the celebrations of Shōgatsu begin with the sounding of temple bells of 108 times. This is done by the monks and priests. Japanese people are mostly Buddhist in faith. According to their belief, human beings can commit 108 kinds of sins in their lifetime. Such sins keep them away from attaining the virtues of life and consequently salvation or nirvana, which is the ultimate aim for all people adhering to Buddhist faith. The tolling of the bells is the annual reminder to the people of all the various kinds of sins that they should abstain from. This is also the announcement that after this it is time to hit the party pad for the New Year’s Eve party. Bonenkai – This is an intimate celebration that involves feasting to mark the occasion of Shōgatsu. For the purpose, low tables are laid and around it people of the family and the close circle of friends congregate to sit on tatimi mats and partake of traditional Japanese cuisine. As per Japanese custom, during this time of Bonenkai no one fills up one’s own platter with food, but does so for those around them. Often it is the custom for someone to make a speech in honor of the occasion, mostly the eldest person in the congregation. Toshikoshi Soba – This is the tradition where people are served with extra long noodles on the occasion of New Year’s Eve and New Year. This is like wishing people with longevity. Mochi – Mochi are rice cake that are handmade as part of traditional Shōgatsu celebrations. These are then turned into decorations to celebrate the Japanese New Year. For the purpose two of the mochis are taken and placed one on the other with the tangerine placed on them; and these are hung around homes and business places. Later on a specific date in January these mochis are eaten to round off the Shōgatsu celebrations. Nengyō – This is the traditional custom of the Japanese people to reach out to their friends and families on the occasion of the New Year. Today’s busy schedule often prevents from people to reach out to near and dear ones as often as they would want or like to. However, this tradition makes it happen at least once a year. These are traditionally decorated postcards that are sent bearing the news of wellbeing and wishes of goodwill. The Japanese postal system makes special effort to have these reach their destination right on the New Year’s Day as long as they are posted within a time frame. However, if there has been a death in a family in the year gone by, then the family sends out postcards in advance to their relatives and friends requesting them not to send Nengyo as a mark of respect for the departed soul. Otoshidama – This is the Japanese custom where elders of the family gift the children some money on the occasion of New Year. Traditionally, money was put in an envelope and gifted to the children. The amount of money each child would receive depended upon the age of the child. However, in present times, often people gift equal amounts to all children of the household so that no one feels privileged over the other. Businesses often gift small tokens of appreciation to their revered customers – it could be something as simple as mocha and tangerines. Visit a Shrine and make offerings – Shōgatsu is a perfect occasion for Japanese people to visit shrines and make prayers for good times to come in the New Year. Offerings are made to the deities. Often token gifts are given to the monks. This is also a place to meet and greet neighbors. Kōhaku Uta Gassen – It is a custom to play Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony for the occasion of Shōgatsu. Many music concerts too are organized for the occasion. Osechi – This is the Japanese custom where it is believed that consuming some particular food items would make the upcoming New Year more auspicious. Some examples of such food items are mocha, spiced sake, egg, black beans, fish cake etc. New Year Resolutions – Since New Year is a time to make fresh new beginnings, often people make New Year resolutions to mark the occasion, and also to give their life a renewed positive direction. Throwing a party and playing party games – New Year parties are entwined with the celebration of New Year in Japan. In these parties, people often play various board and card games. Kite flying too is rampant during this time. Hatsumōde – Japanese people believe that what you do first during the New Year would be significant for them all the year round. As such watching the rising sun is attached much importance, for it symbolizes filling up one’s life with light of hope. Kagami Biraki – This is observed on the 11th day of January. On this day the rice cakes that were used for decoration purposes are broken, and are cooked and served during meals. Visiting Dondoyaki – This is the final ritual and marks the end of the New Year’s celebration for that year. For this people visit their neighborhood shrine where a bonfire in arranged for. There people put to fire mementos from past and décors used during the celebrations. This symbolically represents making a new beginning. For this occasion Amazaki, which is a sweet sake, is often consumed.
Islamic New Year 2016 The Islamic New Year is also known as the Hijri New Year. It is that auspicious day that marks the beginning of the new Islamic calendar. Some believe that the Islamic New Year or the Al Hijra is literally a cultural enigma along with a religious one. It is celebrated on different days each year according to the Gregorian calendar, as the Islamic year is always shorter of 10 to 12 days than the western calendars. In 2016, the Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year will be celebrated on the October 2nd or 3rd. The Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year celebrates and commemorates Muhammad’s migration from Mecca to Medina. This migration took place in the month of June 622 CE from Mecca to Yathrib, which was later renamed as Medina. This flight was made to escape the oppression and violence unleashed by them by the Quraish, the non Muslim tribe residing in Mecca. They were the pre dominant tribe and wouldn’t let Muhammad and his bands of followers practice their religion. Thus Muhammad fled Mecca with his best friend and closest confidante Abu Bakr on camel back. In Saudi Arabia, Medina, they could practice their religion freely and in peace. The word al Hijra comes from this escape of Muharram, which is known as Hijra. Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and the first day of it is known as the Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year. This is the month that is most commended by the Prophet Muhammad for fasting. The Islamic calendar is moon based and has 354 days in all divided in 12 months. The Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year is different for Shia and Sunnis For the Shia and the Sunni Muslims, the significance of The Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year is different. For the Shia Muslims, the first 10 days of the New Year is spent in mourning. During this phase they only wear black outfits, visit mosques and participate in mournful gatherings. They remind themselves and mourn of Husayn ibn Ali, who was the grandson of Muhammad and was martyred in 680CE at Karbala. The tenth day is known as the Ashura. For the Sunnu Muslims however, the tenth day of the New Year is the most significant. it is on this day that Moses led the ancient Israelites our of Egypt in his ark. There are some among this community who fast during this specific period and in the hours that the daylight is done. To the Sunnis, the Muharram is not a solemn occasion as they commemorate Moses’s flight from Egypt with everyone for a better and peaceful life. All Muslim families traditionally tell their younger ones about the ordeal undertaken by Muhammad while he fled his oppressors The Al-Hijra or the Islamic New Year is not generally celebrated in an official manner as a holiday, but different communities have devised various rituals to observe the same. New Year Around the World January 1st – History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 – Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays 2016 Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar
Hmong New Year 2016 Hmong New Year 2016, just like any other Hmong New Year, would be celebrated on the last day of the 12th month according to the lunar calendar. This day is celebrated with much pomp and glory in those parts of the world where there is a sizeable number of people who belong to the Hmong group. The ethnicity of the Hmong people can be traced back to the Asian subcontinent, and they belong originally to the Miao racial group. The Hmong group of people was originally found in the areas of Thailand, China, Laos, and Vietnam. However when these countries went through political unrest during the 18th century, a large number of them were provided refuge in the countries like France, United States, Canada, South America, Australia etc. The Hmong New Year is celebrated after the harvest is reaped. This is the period when people enjoy the fruits of all the labor that they put in all round the year. This is also the time when they know the bounties of harvest would ensure prosperity for them. Consequently, this is the time when people can afford to take a short period of break from the toil that they have put in round the year to make the harvest fruitful. 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With the progress of time, however, gradual changes were also adopted to the Hmong New Year celebrations. Hmong New Year is also known by the name of "Noj Peb Caug" and a lot of traditional rites and rituals are attached to the day and its celebrations. Some of the observances take place indoors while there are other rituals and celebrations that happen out of doors. Traditional Indoor Observances of Hmong New Year: Hmong New Year celebrations typically happen sometime around the month of November or December when plotted against the modern day calendar system. The celebrations have been planned in a manner so that they keep in mind the social and cultural backgrounds of the Hmong community as well that their religious beliefs. Hmong New Year celebrations are mostly pivoted around the home and the hearth, and as such the home, the family and its members are an integral part of the celebrations. Next is the significance of the community. For the occasion the entire family with all the branches inclusive of the in laws come together to join in the commemoration of the Hmong New Year. This is the occasion when even the ancestors are paid tribute. Every Hmong household believes that the New Year celebrations are made in a way so as to honor the Cycle of Life. The cycle of life never stands still. Life always moves in a forward direction. This is also what the New Year essentially reminds the people – New Year is the time to let the bygones be bygones and move forward for a better tomorrow. The Hmong community attaches great respect to their ancestors, even those who are departed. On the occasion of the New Year as the entire clan of family gathers together, the ancestors are not left alone from the congregation. Prayers are made to invite the departed souls of the ancestors to join in the commemoration and the family unites to pay them homage and seek blessings. There is also the tradition of paying respects to Xim Kaab, who is believed to be the house spirit who is responsible to bring Wealth to the family. The younger members of the family pay their respects to the elders and seek their blessings. Some households also welcome the house spirit called Shee Yee. This spirit is believed to be responsible for blessing the family with good health round the year. In some homes there exists the tradition of sacrificing chicken and eggs to show a revered welcome to the house spirits and also to the souls of the departed ancestors. Hmong New Year is typically a three day celebration when people believe in turning over a new leaf in the chapters of life. As such this is the time when people clean their homes, wear new clothes and partake of festive meals. Hmong traditions speak of “Eat Thirty” as part of New Year celebrations, and in keeping with this people often cook ten different kinds of dishes on each of the three days of the celebrations, so as to sum up to thirty dishes in the three days. Out of Door Ceremonies associated with Hmong New Year: Hmong New Year celebrations deeply honor the rich culture and heritage of which the community is extremely proud. However, the Hmong New Year celebrations are not limited to the observance of traditional rites and rituals. A lot of entertaining activities take place pivoted around the Hmong New Year. The celebrations begin with the observance of the rituals inside the house, and once those are over, people move out of doors for fun and frolic. In keeping with the joyous nature of the celebration, a number of games are played, some of which are traditional, while others are more recent in their origin. Some Hmong people believe in the ritual of walking past under a vine. This ritual is believed to be the symbolic representation of the fact that New Year is the time to leave behind all that has been a part of the past, and to move forward and embrace whatever the future has in store with a lot of positivity and hope. Some Hmong households believe it is auspicious for the women to fetch clean water when the clock strikes midnight to announce the arrival of the New Year. Traditional form of entertainment includes Bull Fight. Among the more modern forms of entertainment a very popular one is serenading girls with songs that would melt their heart. Another popular sport that is played during this occasion goes by the name of Pov Pob. It is a simple game where adolescents and young adults are made to stand as couples facing each other. They are supposed to keep tossing a ball amongst each other. If one team drops the ball the other one scores a point. Many fun competitions too are organized by the community where people can come together, have fun together, and form a strong bonding with each other.
Hindu New Year 2016 The Hindu calendar system is an ancient one; however, it has gone through many changes multiple times in the ravages of time. By nature the Hindu calendar system follows the luni solar pattern. The dates of a Hindu calendar are calculated by following a panchanga or panjika (almanac) which is a store house of meticulous details about the positioning of the celestial bodies. Consequently the dates as per the Hindu almanac do not match with those of the modern day calendar, and the sates keep varying from one year to the next as per the Gregorian calendar. Hindu New Year celebration is one where typically people begin the day by worshipping deities, more often than not, Lord Ganesh and Goddess Lakshmi, in the belief that the New Year would bring the people peace and prosperity. This is the time for people to spring clean their homes and decorate them too, merriment and gaiety give all homes a festive fervor, prepare various sweets and savory items, buy and wear new clothes, visit friends and family to meet and greet and also exchange gifts alongside. However this is a generic description of Hindu New Year celebration. Observances also vary from one region to the other since India is a land of socio cultural diversity. New Year Around the World January 1st - History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 - Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays 2016 Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar Horoscope 2016 Punjab – Baisakhi – April 13, 2016 (Wednesday): Punjab’s New Year celebrations are as joyous and vibrant as the people of the State, and the celebration goes by the name of Baisakhi. The traditional greeting for the occasion in the native language is “Jatta aayi Baisakhi”. This day not only celebrates the advent of a New Year but also the bounty of harvest that the farmers of the land were blessed with. People dress up in colorful new clothing, participate in family or community bonfires and also dance the traditional Punjabi Bhangra. A number of fares also get organized for the occasion where visitors get to feel the vibes of the land. Handicrafts of the region and also food are available at the various stalls. Entertainment in the form of races, acrobatics, dances and wrestling keep the crowd enthralled. Assam - Rongali Bihu or Bohag Bihu -- April 13, 2016 (Wednesday): In Assam, the traditional New Year is celebrated on the first day of the Assamese month of Bohaag which typically dates sometime in the middle of April when plotted against the Gregorian calendar. The word Rongali has been derived from the word Rong which is Assamsese means color and symbolizes merriment and gaiety. This is celebrated for three days beginning on the last day of the last month of the year, called “Chait”. Bengal - Naba Barsha or Pôhela Boishakh – April 14, 2016 (Thursday):In Bengal the traditional New Year is celebrated on the first day of the Bengali month of Baisakh which typically dates sometime on the 14th or 15th day of the month of April as per the Gregorian calendar. This day is considered to be auspicious and it is believed that the way you spend the day would mark how you shall spend the rest of the year. This is also a day when people consider it auspicious to make new beginnings. Prayers are held at home and businesses. People wear new clothes, decorate homes, exchange sweets and greetings, and enjoy an elaborate feast. Tamil Nadu – Puthandu – April 14, 2016 (Thursday): The traditional Tamil New Year is also about making fresh new beginnings, and eradication of all that is dark and evil to welcome all that is good and illuminating. Just for symbolically representing this idea, in every home people light a lamp during the Tamil New Year celebrations. This lamp is known as Kuthuvillakku. It is typically placed before the decorative motifs known as Kolams that the women draw to decorate the homes. Some people call this occasion by the name of Varusha pirappu. Traditional Tamil New Year is observed on the first day of the traditional Tamil month known as Chithirai. Another form of tradition observed for this occasion is feeding the ants. Kolams actually serve a dual purpose. Kolams are made of rice powder or paste along with natural colors. They make the homes look beautiful and also become the food for the ants. Feeding of the ants is the symbolic representation of the fact that one should adhere to the principle of live and let live and encompass the well being of all fellow living beings. Kerala – Vishu – April 14, 2016 (Thursday): This day is celebrated on the traditional Malayalam month that goes by the name of Medam. The two most auspicious observances for the occasion are Vishukkaineetam and Vishukanni. The first one is the ritual where the elders of the family make a gift of money to children, tenants and servants. The latter is the ritual of auspicious sighting first thing in the morning, which is believed to bring in good luck. A special feast is also prepared for the occasion, and traditionally includes two items apart from the variable others; they are -- Mampazhapachadi (a sour mango soup) and Veppampoorasam (a bitter preparation where the main ingredient is neem). Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka – Ugadi -- April 08, 2016 (Friday): Literally translated, the word “Ugadi” means “A New Age”, and people of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka mark a New Year as an opportunity to make fresh new beginnings. They too believe that this is the day when the Universe came into existence as created by Lord Bhrahma. Maharashtra – Gudi Padwa -- April 08, 2016 (Friday): In Maharashtra, the traditional New Year goes by the name of Gudi Padwa, and the people of Maharashtra believe that this day commemorates the creation of the Universe by Lord Brahma. The day also signifies valor, and the victory of what is good over what is evil. Kashmir – Navreh -- April 07, 2016 (Thursday): This day is celebrated according to the traditional lunar calendar that is followed by the Hindus in Kashmir. The celebration of this day dates to ancient times and its mention can even be found in sacred texts like Rajtarangini and Nilamat Purana. Orissa – Maha Vishuva Sankranti -- April 13, 2016 (Wednesday): This is a day when the people in Orissa mark the beginning of the traditional New Year by worshipping the deities and seeking their blessings. It is a common custom to offer a fruit based drink to the Gods on this occasion which is known as “pana”.
Vedic Astrology 2016 Vedic Astrology 2016 goes for giving yearly future expectations relying upon Zodiac signs. Vedic Astrology is termed as Jyotish, a Sanskrit word, which when actually interpreted signifies “The Science of Lights”. The Zodiac signs are known as “Raashi”. Each Raashi, as per belief, is ruled by a demi-God who controls the distinctive parts of that specific Zodiac sign. 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 – Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays Vedic Astrology finds its root in the Vedas, the old Indian sacred writings of Wisdom. It likewise identifies with a few Hindu mythologies, legends, beliefs and folklores that represent the principles took after by Vedic sages and astrologers for making forecasts. The essential doctrines of Vedic astrology depend on the planetary developments regarding the stars. It likewise considers twenty-seven heavenly bodies, known as Nakshatras, every heading a specific blend of Stars. Furthermore it takes into thought the nine Planets and the twelve Houses. It is trusted that each of these speak to a specific feature of Life. 2016 Calendar Printable Calendars Desktop Calendars Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar A Vedic astrologer outwardly takes into account every one of these directions in a diagram that is known as “Janam Kundali” (“conception graph” or “natal outline”). By taking a glance at this diagram, a Vedic astrologer can depict a man’s qualities, occasions of life, and conceivable outcomes. Vedic Astrology trusts that astral settings and their consequences have a huge impact on human destiny. New Year Around the World January 1st – History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year Horoscope 2016 Zodiac signs in Vedic Astrology vary from the Western pattern. Both the frameworks have a comparable thought where they isolate a nonexistent compass of 360 degrees into equivalent subdivisions of twelve. Every subdivision is named as a Zodiac. The Western idea, be that as it may, utilizes Tropical Zodiac framework as parameter where the counts are made in light of the Earth’s position as for the Sun and different individual celestial bodies from the Solar System. The Vedic idea of Astrology, then again, utilizes Sidereal System to compute the directions that considers the progressions that happen because of the movement of the equinoxes. Mesha (Aires): Individuals conceived under Mesha Rashi will procure incredible results in 2016 in the event that they develop persistence and stay centered. They will be in the state of mind to contact individuals and touching lives with generosity and sympathy. Vocation savvy, they would be given over more obligations and higher position. At the individual front, dear ones will give assistance, peace and solace. It is a decent year for considering long haul duties. Procurement of new property or making another venture would turn out gainful. Travel is on the cards. Favored with vitality and stamina, they would be taking care of business making new companions and getting a charge out of a pleasurable period of their life. Vrishaba (Tauras): Individuals conceived under Vrishaba Rashi will be at their vigorous and emphatic best in 2016 feeling certain and ingenious to handle any difficulties that may come in their direction. They will handle funds with exhaustive knowledge to accomplish sought results. It is a decent year for monetary profits. In matters of the heart, they would be considerate as feelings and interests will take the bleeding edge. In the event that they are objective about what to concentrate on and take up useful endeavors to achieve their objective, nothing can prevent them from getting a charge out of an awesome year. But again you should not get yourself burnt since it may bring about untimely fatigue and exhaustion. Mithuna (Gemini): Individuals conceived under Mithuna Rashi will have their fantasies and desires satisfied in 2016 as long as they are prepared to bear more prominent obligations. These would open up new skylines of chances for them. Voyaging is demonstrated on the cards. Rehearse persistence to keep up amicability and peace in the domestic front. In the case of arranging a marriage, it is ideal to keep it on hold for some time. When it comes to seeking counsel from companions and bosses, you should go for it only after cautious thought of advantages and disadvantages. Wellbeing won’t give much inconvenience this year. Kids will bring joy. Proficient achievement is sure to happen if constraints are toppled. Kataka/ Karka (Cancer): Individuals conceived under Kataka/Karka Rashi will have an energizing and exciting 2016 as they accomplish new statures in their vocation which will keep them occupied. An occupation change may end up being gainful. Contacting individuals at the year’s outset may yield long haul advantages. It is best to exploit these ideal times and put resources into business, property or investment funds. Wellbeing glitches are best not disregarded. Senior citizens in the family may offer a word of wisdom and encourage you to deal with oscillating thoughts that are blurring clarity of your thought. Holding with your cherished one will bring comfort. Simha (Leo): Individuals conceived under Simha Rashi will confront numerous adjustments in the forthcoming year that bring positive trusts in a brighter future. The best wager so as not to feel overpowered is to accept circumstances for what they are and take things each one in turn. There will be pressure in the work front, and the same number of undertakings that were yet in the pipeline would start to develop. Sentiment is emphatically demonstrated on the cards, as is flying out to intriguing spots with the adored one. Achievement in the work front will be financially compensating as well. Kanya (Virgo): Individuals conceived under Kanya Rashi will be honored for the current year with knowledge for better comprehension what their inalienable goals and needs are. This will prompt a few changes in their lives as they seek to take care of the former year’s issues and flourish with flair for improvement. It might however be savvy to delay major monetary choices. There may be some minor tiffs in the crew. Be that as it may, sentiment would be satisfying as they may wind up in stable connections. Getting together with individuals in the right positions may support profession. This would be a decent year by and large in which their ability and endeavors will be esteemed by individuals around them. Tula (Libra): Individuals conceived under Tula Rashi will observe 2016 to be a year loaded with chances to investigate on and off the chances that they have been toying with as regards to any business or other expert thought. This is the opportunity to execute all your plans and to pick up benefit and acknowledgment. It is best not to let negativity damage their capacity to act. Dealing with wellbeing will guarantee that you are up and about to take care of your commitments. Tread sentimental contacts with alert so that you avoid disappointment later. You should also figure out how to control temper and organize functions close by, Lady Luck will deal with the rest. Vrishchika (Scorpio): Individuals conceived under Vrishchika Rashi ought to figure out how to unwind and moderate their pace this year to minimize the sentiment being tested by individuals around them. It is prudent to focus on as much as possible to get things sympathetically accomplished by those around you. Inclinations of spending spree ought to be discredited – use of resources of any sort ought to be done strictly when watchful. In matters of wellbeing, the year should be promising aside from episodes of weariness from trying to achieve over-met expectations. It is not the best of times to attempt to apply their will upon others since this may bring about pressures seeing someone. Dhanus (Saggitarius): Individuals conceived under Dhanus Rashi will be brimming with vitality and eagerness in the year 2016. They would be anxious to give their best to each part of life – career wise or individual life. They will be delicate to the needs of their friends and family and their mindfulness will be remunerated with affection and solace consequently. It is a decent year for sentiment to blossom and for relentless connections to come full circle into marriage. Profession front will likewise entice them with plenty of chances – however those ought to be considered with most extreme care. Enjoying extravagances is additionally high in likelihood list as there are signs of impressive inflow of material resources. Makara (Capricorn): Individuals conceived under Makara Rashi will figure out how to get hold of their life and balance out it as 2016 reconnects them with their internal identity. In the work front they may need to make a few acclimatizations to synchronize their achievable objectives with inventive energy. This may make them feel a bit eager and uncertain. This is the time to refrain from splurging of any kind – be it your energy, trust or financial resources. This is the year when Lady Luck would favor you if you plan to explore new ventures; however, you should weigh all pros and cons before making any changes. Stable association with trusted accomplices will help to smooth any ruffles and make the natives discover comfort and solace. Kumbha (Aquarius): Individuals conceived under Kumbha Rashi will encounter a quiet and calm 2016 which may outskirt around isolation even. This would give them sufficient degree and chance to reconnect with who they really are and what they precisely need out of life. This reflection and the backing and collaboration of their friends and family will empower them to roll out positive and imperative improvements in every parts of life. They may not end up in the best of wellbeing or cheer in the first portion of the year, yet circumstances are prone to get better towards the end of the year. Meena (Pisces): Individuals conceived under Meena Rashi will observe 2016 to be a year of amazements, some lovely and some not all that wonderful. Business will be unfaltering, but may not demonstrate a rising chart. Wellbeing is not liable to bring about much inconvenience this year. Family backing and the support of peers will be a reason for solace and inspiration. Maybe, it would be the best time to think about rolling out some improvements in life that would be sufficiently motivating and challenging to make you venture for new horizons.
2016 – Year of the Monkey In Chinese Zodiac System there exists a framework of animal system that contains twelve distinctive Animal signs that are used as Zodiac Signs. As indicated by that, the Year 2016 happens to be the Year of the Monkey or Year of the Fire Monkey or Year of the Red Fire Monkey. 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 – Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays During this year as figured by Chinese lunar logbook, New Year would start from Monday, February 08, 2016. Among the twelve Chinese Animal Zodiac Signs, Monkey has been positioned as Number Nine. 2016 Calendar Printable Calendars Desktop Calendars Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar Characteristics of people born in the Year of the Monkey: The ninth sign of the Chinese Zodiac, the Monkey, is portrayed by a smart and inventive personality. The Monkey is constantly keen on learning and also on new encounters. New Year Around the World January 1st – History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year Horoscope 2016 This interest can be found in the Monkey’s whims, and, incautious activities. Regularly disdaining schedule, the Monkey is not above getting involved in mysterious activities. Monkeys are actually very beguiling and witty, which adds to their inborn personality. As the Monkey is a standout amongst the most self-intrigued signs, they may experience issues understanding others and indicating sympathy. In spite of the fact that it might be difficult to understand, individuals from the Monkey sign can be touchy on occasion, particularly when reprimanded. Socially, the Monkey is garrulous and outgoing. Now and again, the Monkey can undoubtedly be the most chatty individual from any gathering. It is not uncommon for individuals from the Monkey sign to have a considerable rundown of companions and admirers. The Monkey is dependably up for an enterprise, however they are infrequently tackled alone. In this sense, the Monkey may have a few friendly networks that fluctuate based upon the circumstance or trip. 2016 – Year of The Monkey The fiendish Monkey wants to locate a durable relationship that is loaded with fervor and enterprise. At the point when their needs are met, the Monkey will be steadfast and diligent in their dedication to their friends and family. The home and family life of the Monkey needs to have a sure level of energy also. The Monkey will once in a while plant its roots in provincial settings, leaning toward the quick paced city life. The Monkey’s home setting is of less worry than with different signs, as they give the most esteem to the agreeable organization of family and companions. The fast personality of the Monkey can mean achievement a mixed bag of profession ways. At the point when combined with an enthusiasm for material riches, the Monkey’s mind could be an awesome fit for the focused fields of interchanges, business, deals, or law. In the same sense, the functional comprehension of the Monkey could prompt a vocation in life partner, keeping money, showing or science. The Monkey is a characteristic entertainer and in this manner, could likewise do well in acting, composition, or publicizing. In whichever vocation the Monkey seeks after, their capacity to learn on their feet will have substantial influence in their prosperity. The Monkey’s settled component is the Metal Element. Unyielding and solid, the Metal Element adds to the Monkey’s imperativeness and determination. Moreover, it is Metal’s impact that permits the Monkey to dependably push towards exercises and objectives with inspiration. The Metal’s organs component are the lungs and respiratory framework. It is vital for those conceived under the Monkey sign to fortify these imperative organs with activity and a sound way of life. Physical action likewise facilitate some of their apprehensive and on edge qualities. The Monkey’s characteristic matches are the Rat and the Dragon. With fascination, comprehension and a common requirement for energy, the Monkey and the Rat make an intriguing and audacious couple. In the same sense, the Monkey and the Dragon’s appreciation and love for each other can interpret into durable bliss. The Monkey’s most noticeably bad common pair is the Tiger, as the two are both exceptionally focused and willful. It can be extremely troublesome for the Monkey and the Tiger to see eye to eye. Year of the Monkey from Horoscope and Numerology Perspective: Earthly Branch of Birth Year: Shen The Five Elements: Metal (Jin) Yin Yang: Yang Lunar Month: Seventh Lucky Numbers: 1, 7, 8 Unlucky Numbers: 2, 5, 9 Lucky Flowers: chrysanthemum Lucky Colors: blue, white, golden, blue Unlucky Colors: grey, red, dark chocolate, black Horoscope of the people born in the Year of the Monkey in the upcoming year: o Career – The year 2016 would eventually prove to be an effective one professionally. This does not however imply that there would be no opposition. In fact you would be postured with steep rivalry, however you might have the capacity to rise a victor. You might have the capacity to grow your extent of work and acquire experience furthermore sack advancements. Those is business would prosper as well. o Finances – Financially, this would end up being a beneficial year too. It is recommended that you should get empowered so as to increase your income. Legitimate interests in business would bring extraordinary benefits. On the other hand, for that you might need to be master the art of assessing the market’s patterns. Theoretical speculations won’t yield any profits, and it is prescribed that you avoid ventures that include high hazard components. o Relationships – You possess a happy and carefree disposition. In the event that you need to get together with the one you have set your heart out for, then you might need to get rid of any kind of hesitation or hindrance. Loved ones can help you with the matchmaking to a sure degree, yet at last it is dependent upon you to bait and win the adoration of the one you hold dear to your heart. The year is thought to be favorable to get married for the individuals who are single. Hitched couples would have a concordant year. o Health – For you to stay healthy in the year 2016 you might need to be more cognizant about your wellbeing and lead a more adjusted and sound way of life. As a matter of first importance, the first thing on your plan ought to be to control your eating regimen for you may be inclined to ailments identified with food processing in your system. Old diseases may surface again to trouble you on and off, round the year. Some famous people born in the Year of the Monkey: Julius Caesar, Elizabeth Taylor, Leonardo da Vinci, Harry S. Truman.
2016 US Holidays 2016 US Holidays is complete list provided by the team of 123NewYear that will be able to help to follow the holidays that are celebrated throughout the year in the United States. You can also learn more about the holidays from the short descriptions that are given. List of Holidays 2016 in US Holidays in US …….Date……. About the holiday New Year 2016 01-Jan-16 The United States has a special way of welcoming in a New Year with plenty of fanfare and lots of noise. Large parties are organized for this occasion, including the most famous one at Times Square that has music and a dropping ball to mark the passing time. Most of the large cities also organize music, parades, feasts, games, dancing and dressing up. There are also numerous football games that are scheduled for this day on a regular basis. Also, most towns and cities have huge fireworks shows that are watched with family or friends. Epiphany 06-Jan-16 This holiday is a Christian holiday and it is thought to be the day when baby Jesus was visited by the Three Wise Men and was gifted the special gifts that they carried for him. Orthodox Christmas Day 07-Jan-16 This is the date that the Orthodox Julian calendar celebrates as Christmas Day. Stephen Foster Memorial Day 13-Jan-16 This holiday is celebrated in the honor of Stephen Foster, who is song writer from the 19th century. Orthodox New Year 14-Jan-16 According to the Orthodox Julian calendar this is the date that the New Year is celebrated. Lee Jackson Day 15-Jan-16 This day is celebrated and honors some of the most well-known Confederate Leaders, Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson and Robert E. Lee. Martin Luther King Day, Confederate Memorial Day, Idaho Human Rights Day, Civil Rights Day. 18-Jan-16 Martin Luther King Day — This holiday is always celebrated on the 3rd Monday in January. It is a celebration of the life and works of Martin Luther King Jr., who is a famous Civil Rights activist. Confederate Memorial Day – This day is the day where the veterans from the American Civil Wars from the 1860s are remembered and honored for their sacrifice. Idaho Human Rights Day – This is the day during the year when the residents of Idaho state acknowledge the population diversity throughout the United States and uphold the equal rights for everyone. Civil Rights Day – This holiday is always on the 3rd Monday in January and is one where all of the Civil Rights Activists are celebrated, honored and remembered. Tu Bishvat/ Tu B’Shevat (Arbor Day) 25-Jan-16 This is the holiday that the Jewish communities celebrate for upholding the relationship between Mother Nature and man. The day is celebrated by planting tress and spending the day out in nature and eating the fruit gathered from nature. Kansas Day 29-Jan-16 This date is celebrated as the birthday of Kansas State and the residents reflect back upon the history of the state on this particular day and celebrate with various festivities. National Freedom Day 01-Feb-16 This is the day that celebrates the ending of slavery by Abraham Lincoln, who was the current President of the United States. He did this by amending the Constitution of The United States to end slavery in 1865. Groundhog Day 02-Feb-16 This is the day where everyone watches and listens for whether or not the groundhog has seen his shadow when he comes out of the burrow. People head to various parks in large groups and listen to the radio and the news in order to find out how much longer the winter will last or how soon spring will come. Rosa Parks Day 04-Feb-16 This day is a day where everyone honors Rosa Parks, who was a Civil Rights Activist and who had fought for equal rights for everyone, no matter their race. Chinese New Year 08-Feb-16 This is the traditional Chinese New Year and it has become an extremely popular holiday due to the number of people who celebrate it. During this day the festivities are full of color, movement and there are plenty of different Chinese offerings and feasts for the day. Often, people organize trips to local China Towns to enjoy the festivities and other events. Mardi Gras/ Shrove Tuesday 09-Feb-16 This is always the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and is the last day before the 40 day period of Lent begins. This day is celebrated in full carnival style complete with masquerades, masks, colorful necklaces, food and street dancing. This day is also when people eat huge meals that are full of calories to stock up before Lent. Ash Wednesday 10-Feb-16 This is the first day of Lent, which is a period of 40 days that is auspicious for the Christian religion. During this time people pray often in the churches and are given blessings using holy ash on their foreheads from the priests in the churches. Lincoln’s Birthday 12-Feb-16 This holiday is celebrated all over the world, but most in New York, New Jersey, Missouri, Illinois and Connecticut states. This date celebrates the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, who was by far the most beloved President ever in the history of the United States. Valentine’s Day 14-Feb-16 This day celebrates Saint Valentine’s martyrdom after he gave his life in order to uphold love. This is also a day where most people purchase numerous gifts, cards and flowers for loved ones, including family, friends and significant others. This is a day where numerous restaurants have large number of guests and chocolates and flowers are sold in huge numbers. Susan B Anthony’s Birthday 15-Feb-16 This is the birthday of Susan B. Anthony, who is another one of the most popular female leaders who campaigned for civil rights. Daisy Gatson Bates Day, Presidents’ Day 15-Feb-16 Daisy Gatson Bates Day – This day is celebrated in honor of Daisy Gatson Bates, who had worked hard and tirelessly in order to get rid of racial segregation in the schools and was a well-known civil rights leader. Presidents’ Day – This day is for honoring and giving tribute to the numerous Presidents of the United States. This day coincides with the birthday of the first President of the United States, George Washington. St. David’s Day 01-Mar-16 This is the day when St. David, who is the patron saint for Wales is honored and celebrated. Town Meeting Day Vermont 01-Mar-16 This day in 1791 the state of Vermont because part of the United States of America. The state chooses to honor all of the citizens of the state this day by listening to any issue that they choose to speak about on any public platform. There are also numerous celebrations that are held on this day in honor of the state. Texas Independence Day/ Texas Flag Day 02-Mar-16 This day celebrates when the State of Texas adopted their independence declaration. This is also the same day when the State Flag for the state was adopted. Casimir Pulaski Day, Read Across America Day 02-Mar-16 Casimir Pulaski Day – This day is the birthday of Casimir Pulaski, who was a Polish-American famous for his contributions to the American War of Independence. Read Across America Day – This day is celebrated as the birthday of Dr. Seuss, who is the beloved and famous writer of numerous children’s book. This day was selected to uphold the good habit of reading books, especially among the younger children. Daylight Saving Time begins 13-Mar-16 This is the day that the whole country sets their clocks forward one hour, which makes everything come an hour earlier. Evacuation Day 17-Mar-16 This day is when the British troops removed themselves from Boston during the American Revolutionary War. St. Patrick’s Day 17-Mar-16 This day is celebrated in honor of St. Patrick, who is Ireland’s patron saint. It had originally been celebrated by the Americans who were Irish, but these days everyone celebrates it. Most people decorate and wear green and head out to the bars in the evening to celebrate with a few glasses of beer or other spirits. March equinox 20-Mar-16 This day is the Vernal Equinox and it symbolizes the arrival of a new season, Spring and all that comes along with it. Palm Sunday 20-Mar-16 This is the day that the Christians consider to the be day that Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem. The customs on this day include putting crosses made from palm leaves behind any religious photographs and statues both at home and at businesses. Purim 24-Mar-16 On this day the Jewish communities remember and celebrate their escape from death by royal decree during the 4th century BC. The Jewish followers celebrate that together they managed to figure out that conspiracy and remain alive. Maundy Thursday 24-Mar-16 This holiday is always on the Thursday before Good Friday and it celebrates that Last Supper given by Jesus. This is also the initiation day for the Holy Communion or the Eucharist. Good Friday 25-Mar-16 This is the day that Jesus Christ had been crucified, which makes it an extremely importance holiday for the Christians. Maryland Day 25-Mar-16 This is the day back in 1634 when the British colonists decided to settled in what is now Maryland while being led by Lord Baltimore. Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day 25-Mar-16 This holiday is traditionally celebrated in the State of Hawaii and it is honoring their leader, Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole. Holy Saturday 26-Mar-16 This is the day that is also called Easter Eve and it marks the period of 40 days called Lent, which is a period of fasting. This is also the day that Jesus Christ spent laying in his tomb and is a Christian holiday. Easter Day 27-Mar-16 This is celebrated by the Christian believers and they remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the following Resurrection. There are numerous different traditions that are done on this day, including organizing an Easter egg hunt for the younger children or those who are young at heart to participate in. The eggs can be hard boiled or even plastic ones that are filled with small goodies or treats. Easter Monday 28-Mar-16 This is Monday immediately preceding Easter Sunday and the people spend the day celebrating and enjoying festivities. The White House typically holds their customary Egg Rolling competition on this day and all are invited to participate. Seward’s Day 28-Mar-16 This day celebrates the day back in 1867 when the future state of Alaska was purchased from Russia by the United States. César Chávez Day 31-Mar-16 This holiday is typically celebrate in the states of Texas, Colorado and California. They celebrate and honor César Estrada Chávez for the contributions he gave to the areas of human dignity and social justice. Pascua Florida Day 02-Apr-16 This holiday celebrates the day that the state of Florida was discovered by Juan Ponce de León in 1513 while he had been searching for the Fountain of Youth and for gold. National Tartan Day 06-Apr-16 This day celebrates and honors the Scottish Declaration of Independence since that was what those who had drafted the Declaration of Independence upon. This is also a day where the contribution of those Scottish born Americans during the war for independence. They are honored and celebrated on this day for their sacrifices and hard work. Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday 13-Apr-16 This day is celebrated as the birthday of Thomas Jefferson, who was the 3rd President of the United States. He is considered as one of the founding fathers of the countries and was also one of the main writers of the Declaration of Independence for the United States. Tax Day 15-Apr-16 This is the final day that anyone can file their taxes for the previous year, unless they have been given an extension for a particular reason. Father Damien Day 15-Apr-16 This is the day where Father Damien is honored and celebrated in the state of Hawaii. He is honored for his contribution towards those who were suffering from Leprosy or Hansen’s disease. He had died in 1889 from Leprosy. Emancipation Day 16-Apr-16 On this day in 1862, Abraham Lincoln had signed the Compensated Emancipation Act and this day celebrates that. Patriot’s Day 18-Apr-16 This holiday is celebrated in Massachusetts and Maine to celebrate and honor the Battle of Lexington and Concord that happened in 1775. San Jacinto Day 21-Apr-16 This is a day of remembrance for the Battle of San Jacinto that took place in 1836. This battled led to Texas being declared independent from the country of Mexico. Oklahoma Day 22-Apr-16 This is the day that the state started letting the European settlers in to settle from 1889. They celebrate this day to remember that occasion. First day of Passover 23-Apr-16 This day marks the beginning of the crucial time period for those in the Jewish communities. The followers believe that this is the day that God had “passed over” the houses located in Israel. Arbor Day (Nebraska) 24-Apr-16 Celebrated on the last Friday of the month of April, this is the day when the State of Nebraska encourages its residents to plant trees. Confederate Memorial Day 27-Apr-16 and 28-Apr-16 27 April, 2016 — Primarily observed in the States of Alabama, Florida and Georgia, this is the day to honor the Confederate Soldiers. 28 April, 2016 – The State of Mississippi honors the Confederate Veterans. Administrative Professionals Day 27-Apr-16 Thsi is the holiday where the people remember the Administrative professionals and their contribution to the economy during the present year. Last Day of Passover 30-Apr-16 This holiday is called by many different names, including Feast of Unleavened Bread, Pesach or Pesah. This is the day where the Jewish followers end their observance of Passover and the hardships that were faced by their ancestors is remembered, including the Egyptian slavery days. They also have a ceremonial meal that they partake in that is called Seder. Law Day, Loyalty Day, National Day of Prayer 01-May-16 Law Day – On this day the citizens of the United States are reminded of the liberties that they fully enjoy and are urged to appreciate and even uphold their rights, including justice and equality for everyone. Loyalty Day – On this day the citizens of the United States are also reminded of the duties that they have towards their country and are urged to remain loyal to the country. National Day of Prayer – This is the day when all of the Nations are united to pray for the well being and health of the leaders. Numerous people from all walks of life and religions will gather together and hold hands and pray.. Rhode Island Independence Day 04-May-16 This is the day in 1776 when the state of Rhode Island earned their independence from the rule of the British. They celebrate this day to remember the sacrifice and it is a happy day. Yom HaShoah 04-May-16 This is a day of mourning for the Jewish followers for those who died during the Holocaust from 1933 until 1945. This is also a day of reverence that is shown to their fellow Jews who had died during this time period. Cinco de Mayo 05-May-16 This is a holiday that is typically celebrated by the Americans that are Mexican by birth. This day is a day of celebration and to enjoy their rich heritage, traditions and culture. It is also the day that they celebrate the French defeat at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Ascension Day 05-May-16 This holiday is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible and it is the day that the followers believe that Jesus Christ had ascended back to Heaven National Nurses Day 06-May-16 This is the day that marks the start of a celebration that lasts for a week and it celebrates the contribution of nurses. This is also the day that the general profession of nursing is honored and the celebrations that are planned end on May 12th, which is the birthday of Florence Nightingale. Truman Day 8-May-16. On this day the State of Missouri respects Harry S Truman, the earlier President of the United States, who was a native of this State. Since it is a Sunday, the day would be observed on 9-May-16 Confederate Memorial Day 10-May-16 Veterans of the Confederate War are revered on this day. Mother’s Day 08-May-16 This is the day to demonstrate your adoration and pay your tribute to one’s Mother and Mother figures. Going through the day with them, sending blossoms and endowments to them, and so on imprint the event. Primary Election Day Indiana 10-May-16 On this day the state of Indiana is the host to a myriad of different elections, including local, state and Federal. Yom Ha’atzmaut 12-May-16 On this day, the Jewish followers celebrate Israel’s Independence day. They celebrate this holiday since they believe that Israel is their spiritual homeland. Peace Officers Memorial Day 15-May-16 This is the day when all of the officers, despite their sex or position, including the local, state and Federal ranks are honored. This day is for those who where injured or killed while in the line of duty and is celebrated as part of Police Week. Pentecost 15-May-16 This is another holiday from the New Testament in the Bible and it is the day when Jesus Christ’s disciples experienced the feeling of the Holy Spirit descending down upon them. Whit Monday 16-May-16 This day celebrates 2 different events, including the birth or origination of the Christian church. It also celebrates the day that the Apostles were given the “gift of tongue”. National Defense Transportation Day 20-May-16 This is a day to honor everyone who works for the United States Transportation Department. Armed Forces Day 21-May-16 This is the day that honors and celebrates the men and women who have decided to dedicate their lives to serving in the Armed Forces of the United States. Harvey Milk Day, National Maritime Day 22-May-16 Harvey Milk Day – This day honors Harvey Milk, who was one of the gay rights activists. He was also the first person to be openly gay and to be elected to any public office. National Maritime Day – On this day everyone related to any Maritime profession is honored for their contributions to the country. Trinity Sunday 22-May-16 This holiday falls on the first Sunday after Pentecost and this day is celebrated because of the Union of the Doctrines of Trinity. Emergency Medical Services for Children Day 25-May-16 This is the day for making the citizens aware of the needs, including the specialized ones, and Emergency medical services to ensure the welfare of the children. National Missing Children’s Day 25-May-16 Presented in the year 1983, this is the day when goes for expanding mindfulness among individuals with respect to Child Abduction. Presented in the year 1983, this is the day when goes for expanding mindfulness among individuals with respect to Child Abduction. Lag Ba’Omer 26-May-16 This is the last day of the Omer mourning period for the Jewish faith. This holiday is marked with joyous activities and festivities with friends and family. It is also thought to be a good day to get married on this day. Corpus Christi 26-May-16 This is a traditional celebrate by the Catholic Christians who believe this day is the one of the last supper of Jesus Christ before he was crucified. This is also a popular day for people to choose to receive their Communion. Memorial Day, Jefferson Davis Birthday 30-May-16 Memorial Day – This day is the day when the country honors and remembers those who had given their lives while serving the country in the Armed Forces. Jefferson Davis Birthday – This day is also the birthday of Jefferson Davis, who was one of the Confederate leaders and had taken part in the American Civil War. Statehood Day (Kentucky, Tennessee) 01-Jun-16 This is the day when Tennessee and Kentucky became independent states in 1796 and 1792. Jefferson Davis Birthday (Florida) 03-Jun-16 This is the date that the birthday of Confederate leader, Jefferson Davis is celebrated in the state of Florida. Davis is honored for his part in the fighting of the American Civil War. D-Day 06-Jun-16 On this day in 1944, the Normandy forces had reached France where the World War II was being fought at the time. Jefferson Davis Birthday (Alabama) 06-Jun-16 This is the date when the state of Alabama honors the birthday of Jefferson Davis, who was one of the Confederate leaders who is well-known for fighting during the American Civil War. Kamehameha Day 11-Jun-16 This is the day that Hawaii honors their Monarch, Kamehameha the Great. He had been the one to form the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810. Flag Day 14-Jun-16 This day celebrates 2 different events, including the formation along with the adoption of the flag for the United States of America. It also celebrates the day that the US Army was founded. Bunker Hill Day 17-Jun-16 This day is the day of celebration and remembrance of the Battle of Bunker Hill that was fought in 1775. Shavuot 12-Jun-16 This day is on the Jewish calendar and it celebrates the end of slavery of their faith in Egypt when Moses arrived from Mount Sinai. Moses had come back with a stone that is believed to have contained the first 10 commandments that God had revealed to Moses. Juneteenth 19-Jun-16 On this day in 1865 slavery had been abolished in the United States. It is also the day that people uphold the rights of equal opportunity for everyone and give honor and respect for human rights along with dignity. Father’s Day 19-Jun-16 The modern version of this day is for paying tribute and showing father’s love, including those who are believed to be father figures. However, the origin of this holiday goes back to 1907 when a huge number of men were killed during a mining accident in West Virginia. A huge portion of those men had been fathers. West Virginia Day 20-Jun-16 On this day in 1863, the state called West Virginia had been formed and subsequently adopted as part of the United States of America. June Solstice 20-Jun-16 This day is the day that has the longest daytime and the shortest night. Independence Day 04-Jul-16 This is the day that celebrates the independence of the United States from their ruler, Great Britain in 1776. This day is often called the “Fourth of July” and people decorate their homes and other places of public interest with various patriotic displays. Also, this is a day of barbecuing with family and friends and enjoying the firework shows that light up the sky at night. Pioneer Day 24-Jul-16 This day celebrates the day that Brigham Young along with the first Mormon pioneers landed up in the Salt Lake area of Utah in 1847. this event is celebrated by remembering their victory over numerous difficulties and people often take part in parades, speeches and band music to celebrate and honor the holiday. Parents’ Day 24-Jul-16 On this day the citizens are urged to become parents and are given some understanding into the significance that parenting holds and to uphold the roles of the parents in any child’s life. Friendship Day 07-Aug-16 This is the holiday that honors the bonds of friends and on this day people will tie bracelets, which are typically made of thread, on the wrists of their friends to mark their friendship. Victory Day 08-Aug-16 This is the day in 1945 that the Allied troops defeated the Japanese soldiers during World War II. Also, on this day Nagasaki and Hiroshima suffered devastating bombing of their cities. Tisha B’Av 14-Aug-16 During this holiday the Jews mourn for all of the different incidents throughout history that made the Jewish followers suffer, including the destruction of their First and Second temples. Assumption of Mary 15-Aug-16 On this holiday the Christians have a huge feast to honor the ascent of the Virgin Mary into Heaven. Bennington Battle Day 16-Aug-16 This day celebrates the Battle of Bennington that took place in 1777. This battle was crucial as it was the first victory that the United States experienced during their Revolutionary War. National Aviation Day 19-Aug-16 This day celebrates the birthday of Orville Wright, who had made significant contributions to the aviation sector, along with his brother, Wilbur. This is the day that people remember the history, development required and the significance of the powered flights. Statehood Day in Hawaii 19-Aug-16 On this day in 1959 the state of Hawaii was formed. Senior Citizens Day 21-Aug-16 This is the day that the contributions from the elderly people in the cities and towns are remembered. They have numerous awareness programs that are planed to support the various senior citizen causes and also create plans for their benefits. Lyndon Baines Johnson Day 27-Aug-16 This day is celebrated as the birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, who was the 36th president of the United States. Labor Day 05-Sep-16 This holiday had been originally designed to honor the working class members of the country who had contributed to the economy. This day acknowledges the importance of the various Labour Associations that had worked to safeguard the workers’ rights. However, in the modern days this is a holiday that is used to take a break from any work. Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day 10-Sep-16 On this day the President of the United States reminds the citizens of the country to keep the land clean. Patriot Day 11-Sep-16 This day is also called by the names of September 11 or 9/11 and this is the day that honors those who died in the terrorist attacks that devastated the country in 2001. National Grandparents Day 11-Sep-16 On this day the importance of grandparents in the children’s lives is acknowledged and is celebrated with a family party or get together. National POW/ MIA Recognition Day 16-Sep-16 In this day the nation gives tribute and respect to those who had been MIA (missing in action) or POWs (prisoners of war) while they were fighting for the country. The families of these individuals are also given tribute and honor. Constitution Day and Citizenship Day 17-Sep-16 This is the day in 1787 that the Constitution of the United States of America was declared and signed. This is also the day where those who have become naturalized or citizens by age of the United States. Emancipation Day 22-Sep-16 This is a holiday in the state of Ohio and they uphold the abolition of slavery. September Equinox 22-Sep-16 0This is the day that marks the yearly movement of the Sun and this is the day that marks the start of Fall. Gold Star Mother’s Day 25-Sep-16 This holiday honors the mothers who have had children that have been killed while serving in the armed forces for the country. Rosh Hashana 03-Oct-16 This is the New Year marker for those of the Jewish faith and they spend the day celebrating with their family and friends. They also undertake some traditional rituals, including blowing of the horn and eating some of the most symbolic foods. Child Health Day 03-Oct-16 On this day the country tries to spread the awareness about children’s health, who they will one day depend on for the future of the country. This day is celebrated with numerous discussions and awareness programs all over the world. Feast of St Francis of Assisi 04-Oct-16 This day celebrates St. Francis, who is the patron saint for natures and animals. This is also the day when the people bring their beloved pets to the Church in order for them to be blessed. Leif Erikson Day 09-Oct-16 This is the day to remember Leif Erikson,w ho is thought to be the first Nordic explorer to ever step upon the land of the United States. Columbus Day, Native Americans’ Day, Indigenous People’s Day 10-Oct-16 Columbus Day – This holiday is always held on the 2nd Monday in October and it is thought that Columbus had reached the US on October 12th, 1492. Many people consider this to be the day that America was discovered and led to the Europeans settling in the country. Some of the states don’t celebrate this holiday because they believe that the European settlements had wiped out the heritage and indigenous culture of the land. Native Americans’ Day/ Indigenous People’s Day – This is the holiday that is celebrated in the states that don’t celebrate Columbus Day. It is a day to uphold the culture and heritage of the indigenous people that first lived in the country. Yom Kippur 12-Oct-16 This is holiest of the Jewish faith throughout the entire and this is the day that they believe they gain atonement for any sins that they might have committed. White Cane Safety Day 15-Oct-16 On this day the visually impaired people are honored and it upholds the contribution of the White Cane sticks that allow the independent living of these individuals. Boss’s Day 17-Oct-16 On this day colleagues express their love and appreciation for their bosses and it is thought to enhance the bond between coworkers. First Day of Sukkot 17-Oct-16 This day is the first day of the period called Sukkot and it is a Jewish holiday. This is the period that the Jewish followers remember the various hardships of their ancestors when they had been forced to leave Egypt. Alaska Day 18-Oct-16 On this day in 1867 the Alaskan territory was transferred to the United States by Russia, who had ruled over the area before that. Last Day of Sukkot 23-Oct-16 This holiday is also called the Fest of Tabernacles and this is the last day of the Sukkot period. On this day there is a festive meal along with various rituals that are performed. Shmini Atzeret 24-Oct-16 On this day the Jewish followers will follow certain rituals in order to express their love for God. Nevada Day 28-Oct-16 This holiday occurs on the last Friday of October every year and it is the day in 1864 when the state became the 36th state in the United States of America. Halloween 31-Oct-16 This holiday started as a Pagan festival for harvest with different rituals and customs. However, these days it is associated with honoring the souls that have departed and there are numerous different traditions that are observed on this day. These traditions including trick or treating to friends, family and neighbors, along with costume parties, spooky parties, carving of pumpkins, decorating of homes and much more. All Saints’ Day 01-Nov-16 On this day all the of the Saints are given tribute and it has been a day to honor the Saints that don’t have a special feast day that is dedicated to them. All Souls’ Day 02-Nov-16 On this day people give tribute to the souls that have departed this world. Daylight Saving Time ends 06-Nov-16 On this day the clocks are all set backwards, which means the country gains an extra hour. Election Day 08-Nov-16 The elections are always held on the 1st Tuesday of November and on this day elections for various local, state and national level offices are held. This is the day when most of the governmental representatives are elected. Veterans Day 11-Nov-16 This is the holiday that celebrates all of the veterans of the wars in the United States and both the living and dead veterans are celebrated. There are numerous parades that are organized and there are special services that are planned for the day. The living veterans are honored and given badges and other special treatment on this day. Thanksgiving Day 24-Nov-16 This holiday started as a harvest festival, but now it is celebrated as a time when family and friends get together to express their gratefulness for everything they were given throughout the year. This is a day where feasting takes precedence and a roasted turkey, stuffing, cranberry relish and other favorite items are served. Black Friday 25-Nov-16 This is the day after Thanksgiving and is known for a day of plenty of shopping and sales. This is the official start of Christmas shopping and the name of the holiday comes from the tradition of using black ink to mark in the profits by businesses. American Indian Heritage Day, Lincoln’s Birthday 25-Nov-16 American Indian Heritage Day – This day honors the cultural heritage of the Indians who had lived in this country before any explorers or settlers had arrived. Lincoln’s Birthday – This holiday is celebrated in West Virginia due to the fact that the state attained their statehood under him. During his leadership, he had often given State employees a paid holiday on the day after Thanksgiving, which created Black Friday and made it an official holiday in the state. First Sunday of Advent 27-Nov-16 This is the start of the Christian Year and is treated as such by may Western Churches. Cyber Monday 28-Nov-16 This day is associated with general shopping, especially online shopping and is held on the Monday after Thanksgiving is celebrated. St Nicholas’ Day 06-Dec-16 This is the day that St. Nicholas is honored and it is believed that he started the tradition of bringing gifts to the children on Christmas. The families who celebrate this holiday do so by giving the children in the house gifts. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 07-Dec-16 This is a day of remembrance and honoring those who had been killed in the attack of Pearl Harbor in 1941 by Japanese bombers. The harbor had been attacked during World War II. Feast of the Immaculate Conception 08-Dec-16 This is a Christian feast that they observe in order to uphold their beliefs that Virgin Mary had committed no sins when Jesus Christ was conceived. Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe 12-Dec-16 This day a feast is held by the Christians and it is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, who was the mother of Jesus Christ. Wright Brothers Day, Pan American Aviation Day 17-Dec-16 Wright Brothers Day – This is the day when the United States remembers the first airplane flight that was undertaken by the Wright Brothers after they had created their mechanically propelled airplane. Pan American Aviation Day – This is the day for upholding and furthering the spread of interest in aviation. It is thought that this holiday would become a connector between different people and cultures all over the world. December Solstice 21-Dec-16 This is the day that has the longest daytime and the shortest night. Christmas Eve 24-Dec-16 This is the day before Christmas and it is typically a merry one as everyone starts to get into the holiday spirit. This is the day when all last minute shopping for Christmas and the other preparations are completed, which makes it a busy day. Also, there is a midnight mass at many churches that are attended. Christmas 25-Dec-16 This day celebrates the birthday of Jesus Christ and on this day people spend extra time with their friends and family. They exchange gifts, decorate their homes with a tree and other decorations and enjoy a huge meal. First Day of Hanukkah 25-Dec-16 This is the first of 8 days for the Jewish followers for celebrating their religious freedom. Day After Christmas Day, (KS, NC, NH, SC, TX, VA) 26-Dec-16 This day is celebrated in Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, New Hampshire, North Carolina and Kansas. These states give their residents an extra day off so that they can fully enjoy their festive season. Kwanzaa 26-Dec-16 This is the day that the African-Americans celebrate in order to pay tribute to their traditions and cultures of their native lands. This festival was first observed back in 1966-67 after it was proposed by Maulana Karenga. Numerous exhibitions on the African-American culture and the origin are planned and held, including drumming and music to create a cherry atmosphere. New Year’s Eve 31-Dec-16 This is the last day of the year and this is the celebration that says good-bye. The partying takes place throughout the entire country and it is done with zeal and bar hopping is extremely popular on this night. Also, formal parties and dinners are organized at numerous places, including charity dinners. Also, in New York they plan a huge celebration at Times Square complete with a parade and a ball drop.
2016 UK Holidays 2016 list of UK Holidays gives you a guideline to the common bank and public holidays that are celebrated in the United Kingdom. This list will be useful to you all year round when it comes to planning a work holiday or simply to organize any business plans for the upcoming year. This list is a compact, yet comprehensive list of all of the holidays you can expect to be celebrated during 2016 in the United Kingdom. List of Holidays 2016 in UK Name of the Holiday Date Day of the Week Compact Description New Year 2016 01-Jan-16 Friday This holiday starts in the UK with a gong from Big Ben that announces the start of the New Year. People would gather in large groups with lots of fire crackers and lights to sing songs, including Auld Lang Syne. This is also when the country is full of different New Year’s parties thrown by everyone. Hogmanay 02-Jan-16 Saturday This word simply means “last day of the year” and everyone uses it as an excuse to continue with the celebrations and have longer holidays. However, some of the more traditional events that happen on this day is called First Footing and the first male that enters your house is thought to bring you good luck. People also exchange symbolic gifts. Epiphany 06-Jan-16 Wednesday This is the day that officially brings a closure to the Christmas season since it it thought to be auspicious to keep your holiday decorations up any longer than this. This is also the 12th day after the Christmas holiday and the legends say that this is the day where the Three Magi showed up with their gifts for the Baby Jesus. Orthodox Christmas Day 07-Jan-16 Thursday According to the old Julian calendar, this is the day Christmas was celebrated on. Orthodox New Year 14-Jan-16 Thursday Also, according to the Julian calendar this is the start of the New Year. Burns’ Night Local observance Scotland 25-Jan-16 Monday This day is celebrated and homage paid to Robert Burns, who was famous for his musical compositions, including “Auld Lang Syne”. Tu Bishvat/ Tu B’Shevat (Arbor Day) 25-Jan-16 Monday On this particular day the UK honors everything in nature according to the customs of the Jewish faith. It is also the day when all people plant new trees and consume the tree produce. Shrove Tuesday 09-Feb-16 Tuesday This is the Tuesday that falls before Lent and is a period of fasting for numerous Christians. Ash Wednesday 10-Feb-16 Wednesday This day is the starting day for the Lent time, which is the 40 day time span that is thought to be auspicious by Christians. During this time they fast as a method to completely cleanse their souls. Chinese New Year 11-Feb-16 Thursday This isn’t a public holiday in the United Kingdom, but because of the huge Chinese population located in the country it is a celebratory period that lasts up to 2 weeks and is marked by traditional Chinese decorations, dancing, lighting and feasting. Valentine’s Day 14-Feb-16 Sunday This holiday is also called Feast of Saint Valentine and it celebrates his martyrdom. He had welcomed death in order to keep the spirit of love alive, which is why this is also the day when loved ones express their love for others. St. David’s Day 01-Mar-16 Tuesday This is the day that Saint David, who is Wales’ patron saint, is honored. Mothering Sunday 06-Mar-16 Sunday This is the last Sunday of the Lent period and it is celebrated as Mothering Day or also as Mother’s Day. People often visit the church where they were baptized and in in more modern times, the custom also includes spending time and giving gifts to mother figures, including the mother and grandmother. St. Patrick’s Day 17-Mar-16 Thursday This is the day where St. Patrick, who is Ireland’s patron saint is honored. People organize activities and parades to celebrate and wear green items as well. March Equinox 20-Mar-16 Sunday This is the day that announces the start of Spring. Palm Sunday 20-Mar-16 Sunday This is the day that Jesus entered in Jerusalem. Many churches will have the priests bless everyone using palm leaves, which is where the name of the holiday originates from. Purim 24-Mar-16 Thursday This day is celebrated by the Jewish communities in the UK and this day is when numerous Jewish followers had been saved because they saw through the plan to see them, according to the Book of Esther. Maundy Thursday 24-Mar-16 Thursday This day is celebrated as the day of the Las Supper and happens on the Thursday before Easter is celebrated. It is common on this day for the King in the UK to give money to the senior citizens. Good Friday 25-Mar-16 Friday This is believed to be the day that Jesus was crucified. Special prayers are offered up on this day and numerous people avoid eating meat. Holy Saturday 26-Mar-16 Saturday This is the day before Easter and it is important to the Christians because it is the day that Jesus had laid in his tomb. This marks the final 40th day of the fasting observed during Lent and churches often have prayers in the dark with candles lit for light. Daylight Saving Time starts, Clock change/Daylight Saving Time 27-Mar-16 Sunday This is the beginning of the summer in the UK, which starts from the last Sunday in March until the last Sunday in October. Easter Day 27-Mar-16 Sunday This is the day that Christ was resurrected and is celebrated with reverence and most people visit midnight mass throughout the entire country. It is also a common tradition to consume lamb and other treats, including sweets, candies and Easter eggs during this time to celebrate. Easter Monday 28-Mar-16 Monday This is the Monday after Easter Sunday. It is an occasion that is observed in numerous parts of a number of nations. First day of Passover 23-Apr-16 Saturday This is the day that the Jewish followers believe that God passes over the homes in Israel and is celebrated on this day. St. George’s Day 23-Apr-16 Saturday This day is when St. George, who is England’s patron saint died while attempting to save the Princess from a Demon. Shakespeare Day 23-Apr-16 Saturday On this day Shakespeare is celebrated as the greatest playwright in the country. Various plays are organized all over the country for everyone to come and watch. Last Day of Passover 30-Apr-16 Saturday This is a holiday observed by the Jewish faith communities and is the end of the period called Passover. Early May Bank Holiday 02-May-16 Monday This day originally started out to mark the start of summer and it later had become directly associated with the Rights of Workers and is observed as a complete holiday. Yom HaShoah 04-May-16 Wednesday This is the day where the Jewish Holocaust victims are honored. Ascension Day 05-May-16 Thursday This is the 40th day after Easter and the day the Christians see as the day that Jesus went back to Heaven. Isra and Mi’raj 05-May-16 Thursday This day is celebrated by the Muslims and they believe this is the day that the Prophet started his journey to Mecca in Jerusalem. This is also the same day that he ascended into Heaven. Yom Ha’atzmaut 12-May-16 Thursday This is the independence day for Israel and it is celebrated by the Jewish faith as they feel they are a single entity and spirit with the country. Pentecost 15-May-16 Sunday This is the day that the Holy Spirit had descended upon the Christians and is celebrated with reverence. Whit Monday 16-May-16 Monday This day is also a continual celebration of the Holy Spirit descended for the Christians. Trinity Sunday 22-May-16 Sunday This holiday falls on the Sunday after the Pentecost and is one that upholds the Trinity doctrine. Lag Ba’Omer 26-May-16 Thursday This is the last day of traditional mourning periods for those of the Jewish faith. Corpus Christi 26-May-16 Thursday The Eucharist is honored on this day. Spring Bank Holiday 30-May-16 Monday This is the last Monday in May and every year it is a bank holiday. Ramadan begins 07-Jun-16 Tuesday This is the day that starts the beginning of the month long of fasting that is observed by the Muslims. Shavuot 12-Jun-16 Sunday This is the day that the Jewish communities believe that God gave away the Torah. Father’s Day 19-Jun-16 Sunday This holiday occurs on the 3rd Sunday of June every year and is the day for honoring Fathers and other father figures. Summer Solstice 20-Jun-16 Monday This day is the longest full day of the year. Lailat al-Qadr 02-Jul-16 Saturday This is a crucial night during the month of Ramadan since the Muslims believe that the fate of a person is written on this night. Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar 07-Jul-16 Thursday This is the last day of the Ramadan month for the Muslims. On this day most people attend the special prayers, donate to charities, enjoy themselves with family and don new clothing. Orangemen’s Day 12-Jul-16 Tuesday This day is when the Battle of Boyne took place. Summer Bank Holiday 01-Aug-16 Monday This is the last day of summer and summer break. Tisha B’Av 14-Aug-16 Sunday This is the day when all of the Jewish communities remember all of the oppression incidents that were placed upon them. This includes the destruction of their First and Second temples. Assumption of Mary 15-Aug-16 Monday This is the day that the Christians believe the Virgin Mary ascended into Heaven. Summer Bank Holiday 29-Aug-16 Monday This is the last Monday in August and it is a bank holiday in Northern Ireland, Wales and England. Bakri Id/Eid ul-Adha 13-Sep-16 Tuesday This is the that the Muslims in the UK celebrate their faith in Allah and remember the moment when Ibrahim or Abraham didn’t hesitate when it was Allah’s will that he sacrifice his son. On this day symbolic sacrifices take place. September Equinox 22-Sep-16 Thursday This day marks the start of fall or autumn season. Rosh Hashanah 03-Oct-16 Monday This is the day that the Jewish communities celebrate as the start of the Jewish New Year. Muharram 03-Oct-16 Thursday This day starts the Islamic New year according to the Hijri calendar. Feast of St Francis of Assisi 04-Oct-16 Tuesday This day is when the people honor St. Francis, who is the patron saint for nature and animals. People often take their beloved pets and have them blessed. Yom Kippur 12-Oct-16 Wednesday This day is also called the Day of Atonement and it is the day when the Jewish communities believe that if they repent then they will be forgiven for all of the sins, along with being blessed by God. First Day of Sukkot 17-Oct-16 Monday This is the first day of the 7 day time frame that is believed to be auspicious for the Jewish communities. Last Day of Sukkot 23-Oct-16 Sunday This day is also called the Feast of Tabernacles and it is the day when the followers participate in the special prayers. Shmini Atzeret 24-Oct-16 Monday This day ends the season of the Jewish communities and the custom of reading the Torah publicly. Daylight Saving Time ends, Clock change/Daylight Saving Time 30-Oct-16 Sunday This is the day where all of the people in the UK change their clocks back by an hour. Halloween 31-Oct-16 Monday This day celebrates all of the departed souls and plenty of spooky themed parties and festivities are planned. All Saints’ Day 01-Nov-16 Tuesday On this day all of the martyrs and saints that gave their lives to for the doctrines of the Christian faith are honored. All Souls’ Day 02-Nov-16 Wednesday This is the day when all of the departed souls are cleansed at Purgatory before they can ascend into Heaven. It is a Christian holiday. Guy Fawkes Day 05-Nov-16 Saturday This day celebrates when the plan of the Catholics in England were going to burn down the House of Lords was found out. This day is typically celebrated with plenty of fireworks. Remembrance Sunday 13-Nov-16 Sunday This is the day where all of those that were killed in the wars are honored. There are many different celebrations and observances that are planned at numerous War Memorials in the country and at 11am 2 minutes of silence is observed. First Sunday of Advent 27-Nov-16 Sunday This is the first of the 4 Sundays that precede Christmas and it is called the Sunday of Advent since it marks the start of the Christmas season. St Andrew’s Day 30-Nov-16 Wednesday This holiday is also the National Day of Scotland and the people honor their patron saint, St. Andrew. He is believed to be the patron saint for the country. Feast of the Immaculate Conception 08-Dec-16 Thursday This is the day where the Christians celebrate the immaculate conception of Jesus by his mother, Mary. The Prophet’s Birthday 12-Dec-16 Monday This is a holiday celebrated by the Muslims and it is the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, who is one of the messengers of Allah. On this day most people will go to the mosques for special prayers. Winter Solstice 21-Dec-16 Wednesday This is the day in the year that has the shortest day and the longest night. Christmas Eve 24-Dec-16 Saturday This is the day that precedes Christmas and most last minute preparations and baking are finished. Most people also attend the Midnight Mass as a tradition on this day. Christmas 25-Dec-16 Sunday This day is celebrated as the day that Jesus Christ was born and people attend church for special services and prayers. It is also a day that is celebrated with feasting and fun with friends and family. First Day of Hanukkah 25-Dec-16 Sunday This is the first day of the festival that is also called as the Festival of Lights, which is the period when the Jewish communities celebrate the re-dedication of their temples by lighting their Hanukkah lamps. These lamps contain 8 candles or 8 oil lamps that are lit every night. Boxing Day 26-Dec-16 Monday This day occurs the day after Christmas and it was created for employers to give incentives and gifts to their employees. Later it started to be celebrated as a huge sporting event. New Year’s Eve 31-Dec-16 Saturday This is the final day of the year and people look forward to this day all year. They celebrate with plenty of zeal and say goodbye to the old year and hello to the new year.
2016 Holidays This list of holidays in 2016 is 123NewYear’s attempt to help remedy the instinct of checking the holidays for the next year when the calendar is flipped over and the goodbyes are said to the previous year and the New Year is fully welcomed. Despite your age, or how mundane you might be, nobody can deny that we are excited and happy when the holidays come around. Whether you are looking for the date of your favorite holiday or simply checking for the date of one that you would like to start celebrating, then here are the dates you need to know. 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 – Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays This can also help you to plan your vacations accordingly since you will be able to find out about any holidays, including bank holidays, which will allow you to plan all of your financial transactions properly, here is your list of the holidays for 2016. 2016 Calendar Printable Calendars Desktop Calendars Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar However, before we start on the list of the holidays for the upcoming year, let us explain what types of holidays are typically observed in numerous different countries. New Year Around the World January 1st – History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year Horoscope 2016 Legal/National/Public Holidays – These are the holidays that are mandatory by the laws of various countries and these vary depending on what country you are in along with the history and culture. Bank Holidays – These days are typically given to financial companies and banks and are non-working days. Gazetted Holidays – These holidays are those that are given to the employees of the government, but private companies aren’t required to give these days as holidays to their employees. However, if the employee desires to observe a particular holiday, then the day should be given off to that employee. Local Holidays – These holidays are celebrated in particular countries or certain areas of a country and are because of the rich history and cultural diversity that abounds. Restricted Holidays – These holidays are optional and a person can choose to take them off in order to celebrate a holiday that is religiously important to the person or the community. These holidays are set in advance and there is often a limit on the number of restricted holidays that can be taken off in one single year. Observances – These occur when people are following any of the ritualistic holidays or celebrations. Religious Holidays – These holidays are completely dependent upon religion and they vary depending on the religions. They can also vary depending on the country and not all celebrate the same ones and they could also be classified as restricted, National or observances. State Holidays – These holidays are important to particular states and aren’t relevant for those who are in different states. During this time, a State wide holiday is typically declared. This list of holidays in 2016 is a complete list that includes all types of holidays, including major religion based ones and observances for certain regions. This list primarily covers the largest festivals and holidays that are celebrated in most part of the world with emphasis on the following listed countries. India United Kingdom United States List of major holidays round the world in 2016: Name of the Holiday Date Day of the week Where or Who Celebrate the occasion/ observance New Year 2016 01-Jan-16 Friday Around the world Concluding day of Hogmanay 01-Jan-16 Friday UNITED KINGDOM Guru Govind Singh Jayanti 05-Jan-16 Tuesday India Epiphany 06-Jan-16 Wednesday Christian Orthodox Christmas Day 07-Jan-16 Thursday Christian Stephen Foster Memorial Day 13-Jan-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Orthodox New Year 14-Jan-16 Thursday Christian Pongal, Makar Sankranti 15-Jan-16 Friday India Lee Jackson Day 15-Jan-16 Friday UNITED STATES Martin Luther King Day National holiday, Robert E Lee’s Birthday, Robert E Lee’s Birthday, Confederate Memorial Day, Idaho Human Rights Day, Civil Rights Day. 18-Jan-16 Monday UNITED STATES Tu Bishvat/ Tu B’Shevat (Arbor Day) 24-Jan-16 Sunday Jewish Burns’ Night 25-Jan-16 Monday UNITED KINGDOM Republic Day 26-Jan-16 Tuesday India Kansas Day 29-Jan-16 Friday UNITED STATES Nation1al Freedom Day 01-Feb-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Groundhog Day 02-Feb-16 Thursday UNITED STATES Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti 04-Feb-16 Friday India Rosa Parks Day 04-Feb-16 Thursday UNITED STATES Mardi Gras 09-Feb-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Shrove Tuesday 09-Feb-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM Chinese New Year 11-Feb-16 Thursday Chinese Vasant Panchami 12-Feb-16 Friday India Valentine’s Day 14-Feb-16 Sunday Around the world Susan B Anthony’s Birthday 15-Feb-16 Monday UNITED STATES Daisy Gatson Bates Day, Presidents’ Day 15-Feb-16 Monday UNITED STATES Ash Wednesday 10-Feb-16 Wednesday Christian Guru Ravidas Jayanti 22-Feb-16 Monday India Guru Ravidas Jayanti 22-Feb-16 Monday India Shivaji Jayanti 26-Feb-16 Saturday India Town Meeting Day Vermont 01-Mar-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES St. David’s Day 01-Mar-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM Texas Independence Day/ Texas Flag Day 02-Mar-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Casimir Pulaski Day, Read Across America Day 02-Mar-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Mothering Sunday 06-Mar-16 Sunday UNITED KINGDOM Maha Shivaratri 07-Mar-16 Monday India Evacuation Day 17-Mar-16 Thursday UNITED STATES St. Patrick’s Day 17-Mar-16 Thursday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM March equinox 20-Mar-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Palm Sunday 20-Mar-16 Sunday Christian Purim 23-Mar-16 Wednesday Jewish Dolyatra/ Chhoti Holi/ Holika Dahan 23-Mar-16 Wednesday India Holi 24-Mar-16 Thursday India Maryland Day 25-Mar-16 Friday UNITED STATES Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day 25/26-Mar-16 Friday/Saturday UNITED STATES Seward’s Day 28-Mar-16 Monday UNITED STATES César Chávez Day 31-Mar-16 Thursday UNITED STATES Maundy Thursday 24-Mar-16 Thursday Christian Good Friday 25-Mar-16 Friday Around the world Holy Saturday 26-Mar-16 Saturday Christian Easter Day 27-Mar-16 Sunday Christian Easter Monday 28-Mar-16 Monday Christian Pascua Florida Day 01-Apr-16 Friday UNITED STATES National Tartan Day 06-Apr-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Chaitra Sukhladi/ Gudi Padwa/ Ugadi/ Cheti Chand 08-Apr-16 Friday India Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday 13-Apr-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Baisakhi/ Vaisakhi 13-Apr-16 Wednesday India Ambedkar Jayanti 14-Apr-16 Thursday India Pahela (Poela) Baisakh (Bengal)/ Bahag or Bohaag Bihu (Assam) 14-Apr-16 Thursday India Ram Navami 15-Apr-16 Friday India Father Damien Day 15-Apr-16 Friday UNITED STATES Emancipation Day 15/16-Apr-16 Friday/Saturday UNITED STATES Tax Day 18-Apr-16 Monday UNITED STATES Patriot’s Day 18-Apr-16 Monday UNITED STATES Mahavir Jayanti 19-Apr-16 Tuesday India San Jacinto Day 21-Apr-16 Thursday UNITED STATES Hazarat Ali’s Birthday 21-Apr-16 Thursday Muslim Oklahoma Day 22-Apr-16 Friday UNITED STATES First day of Passover 22-Apr-16 Friday Jewish Administrative Professionals Day 27-Apr-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES St. George’s Day, Shakespeare Day 23-Apr-16 Saturday UNITED KINGDOM Last Day of Passover 30-Apr-16 Saturday Jewish Yom Ha’atzmaut 11-May-16 Wednesday Jewish Confederate Memorial Day 26-Jan-16 (Texas) Monday UNITED STATES 25-Apr-16 (Florida, Alabama, Mississippi) 26-Apr-16 (Florida) 10-May-16 (North Carolina, South Carolina) May Day 01-May-16 Sunday India Law Day, Loyalty Day, National Day of Prayer 01-May-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Early May Bank Holiday 02-May-16 Monday UNITED KINGDOM Primary Election Day Indiana 03-May-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Rhode Island Independence Day 04-May-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Isra and Mi’raj 04-May-16 Wednesday Muslim Yom HaShoah 04-May-16 Wednesday Jewish Cinco de Mayo 05-May-16 Thursday UNITED STATES Ascension Day 05-May-16 Thursday UNITED STATES National Nurses Day 06-May-16 Friday UNITED STATES Birth Anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore 07-May-16 Saturday India Truman Day 08-May-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Mother’s Day 08-May-16 Sunday Around the world Peace Officers Memorial Day 15-May-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Pentecost 15-May-16 Sunday Christian National Defense Transportation Day 20-May-16 Friday UNITED STATES Armed Forces Day 21-May-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Buddha Purnima 21-May-16 Saturday India Harvey Milk Day, National Maritime Day 22-May-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Trinity Sunday 22-May-16 Sunday Christian Emergency Medical Services for Children Day 25-May-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES National Missing Children’s Day 25-May-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Corpus Christi 26-May-16 Thursday Christian Lag Ba’Omer 25-May-16 Wednesday Jewish Whit Monday 26-May-16 Monday Christian Spring Bank Holiday 30-May-16 Monday UNITED KINGDOM Memorial Day, Jefferson Davis Birthday 30-May-16 Monday UNITED STATES Jefferson Davis Birthday 30-May-16 (Mississippi) Monday/Friday/Monday UNITED STATES 3-June-16 (Florida) 6-June-16 (Alabama) D-Day 06-Jun-16 Monday UNITED STATES Ramadan begins 07-Jun-16 Tuesday Muslim Kamehameha Day 11-Jun-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Shavuot 11-Jun-16 Saturday Jewish Flag Day 14-Jun-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Bunker Hill Day 17-Jun-16 Friday UNITED STATES Juneteenth 19-Jun-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Father’s Day 19-Jun-16 Sunday Around the world West Virginia Day 20-Jun-16 Monday UNITED STATES June Solstice 20-Jun-16 Monday UNITED STATES/UNITED KINGDOM Jamat Ul-Vida 01-Jul-16 Friday Muslim Lailat al-Qadr 02-Jul-16 Saturday Muslim Independence Day 04-Jul-16 Monday UNITED STATES Ramzan Id/ Eid-ul-Fitar 05-Jul-16 Tuesday Muslim Rath Yatra 06-Jul-16 Wednesday India Orangemen’s Day 12-Jul-16 Tuesday UNITED KINGDOM Pioneer Day 24-Jul-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Parents’ Day 24-Jul-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Friendship Day 07-Aug-16 Sunday Around the world Victory Day 08-Aug-16 Monday UNITED STATES Tisha B’Av 13-Aug-16 Saturday Jewish Independence Day 15-Aug-16 Monday India Assumption of Mary 15-Aug-16 Monday Christian Bennington Battle Day 16-Aug-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Parsi New Year 17-Aug-16 Wednesday Parsi Raksha Bandhan 18-Aug-16 Thursday India National Aviation Day 19-Aug-16 Friday UNITED STATES Statehood Day in Hawaii 19-Aug-16 Friday UNITED STATES Statehood Day 19-Aug-16 Friday UNITED STATES Senior Citizens Day 21-Aug-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Janmashtami 25-Aug-16 Thursday India Lyndon Baines Johnson Day 27-Aug-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Summer Bank Holiday 29-Aug-16 Monday UNITED KINGDOM Labor Day 05-Sep-16 Monday UNITED STATES Ganesh Chaturthi 05-Sep-16 Monday India Carl Garner Federal Lands Cleanup Day 10-Sep-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Bakri Id/ Eid ul-Adha 10-Sep-16 Saturday Muslim National Grandparents Day 11-Sep-16 Sunday UNITED STATES National POW/MIA Recognition Day 16-Sep-16 Friday UNITED STATES Constitution Day and Citizenship Day 17-Sep-16 Saturday UNITED STATES September Equinox 22-Sep-16 Thursday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM Gold Star Mother’s Day 27-Sep-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02-Oct-16 Friday India Rosh Hashana 02-Oct-16 Sunday Jewish Child Health Day 03-Oct-16 Monday UNITED STATES Feast of St Francis of Assisi 04-Oct-16 Sunday Christian Leif Erikson Day 09-Oct-16 Sunday UNITED STATES Maha Saptami 08-Oct-16 Saturday India Maha Ashtami / Durgashtami 09-Oct-16 Sunday India Maha Navami 10-Oct-16 Monday India Columbus Day, Native Americans’ Day, Indigenous People’s Day 10-Oct-16 Monday UNITED STATES Yom Kippur 11-Oct-16 Tuesday Jewish Dussehra/ Vijaya Dashami 11-Oct-16 Tuesday India Ashura 11-Oct-16 Tuesday Muslim Muharram 12-Oct-16 Wednesday Muslim White Cane Safety Day 15-Oct-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Boss’s Day 17-Oct-16 Monday UNITED STATES First Day of Sukkot 16-Oct-16 Sunday Jewish Alaska Day 18-Oct-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Karva Chauth 19-Oct-16 Wednesday India Last Day of Sukkot 23-Oct-16 Sunday Jewish Shmini Atzeret 23-Oct-16 Tuesday Jewish Chhoti Diwali/ Naraka Chaturdasi/ Kaali Puja 29-Oct-16 Saturday India Diwali/ Deepavali 30-Oct-16 Sunday India Govardhan Puja 31-Oct-16 Monday India Halloween 31-Oct-16 Monday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM All Saints’ Day 01-Nov-16 Tuesday Christian Bhai Duj 01-Nov-16 Tuesday India All Souls’ Day 02-Nov-16 Wednesday Christian Election Day 08-Nov-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Guy Fawkes Day 05-Nov-16 Saturday UNITED KINGDOM Veterans Day 11-Nov-16 Friday UNITED STATES Remembrance Sunday 13-Nov-16 Sunday UNITED KINGDOM Guru Nanak Jayanti 14-Nov-16 Monday India Chhat Puja 17-Nov-16 Tuesday India Guru Tegh Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day 24-Nov-16 Thursday India Thanksgiving Day 24-Nov-16 Thursday UNITED STATES American Indian Heritage Day, Lincoln’s Birthday, Black Friday 25-Nov-16 Friday UNITED STATES First Sunday of Advent 27-Nov-16 Sunday Christian Cyber Monday 28-Nov-16 Monday UNITED STATES St Andrew’s Day 30-Nov-16 Wednesday UNITED KINGDOM St Nicholas’ Day 06-Dec-16 Tuesday UNITED STATES Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 07-Dec-16 Wednesday UNITED STATES Feast of the Immaculate Conception 08-Dec-16 Thursday UNITED STATES/ UNITED KINGDOM The Prophet’s Birthday (Milad un-Nabi/ Id-e-Milad) 12-Dec-16 Monday Muslim Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe 12-Dec-16 Monday UNITED STATES Wright Brothers Day, Pan American Aviation Day 17-Dec-16 Saturday UNITED STATES Winter Solstice 21-Dec-16 Wednesday UNITED KINGDOM Christmas Eve 24-Dec-16 Saturday Around the world Christmas 25-Dec-16 Sunday Around the world First Day of Hanukkah 25-Dec-16 Sunday Jewish Kwanzaa 26-Dec-16 Monday UNITED STATES (Afro-American) Boxing Day 26-Dec-16 Monday UNITED KINGDOM New Year’s Eve 31-Dec-16 Thursday Around the world Last Day of Hanukkah 01-Jan-17 Sunday Jewish
2016 Holidays in India Occasions in India have been deeply dependant on the historical backdrop of the area, the local and religious convictions. This is because of the fact that India is a place one can experience extensive diversity. If you watch well the traditions and festivals of India, you shall find that, the nation celebrates a couple occasions across the country while some other observances are regarded locally. The three National occasions that happen by Gregorian schedule are Republic day on January 26, Independence Day on August 15 and Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. Different occasions fluctuate every year as the dates take after customary Indian almanac framework or calendars of ancient origin. This applies to most religious observances as they are figured in view of lunar or luni-solar powered calendar framework generally. In India, each occasion is not observed everywhere throughout the nation. There are numerous local observances too. This requires the need for planning “Restricted Holidays” in agreement to provincial prerequisites. In India Public Holidays 2016 are chosen by the statements made by the Central Government of India. 2016 Bank Holidays in India take after the commands set around the rules of the Reserve Bank of India. Aside from the necessary occasions, each working individual can have two additional occasions from the rundown of Restricted Holidays in India. 2016 New Year 2016 New Year Messages New Year Wishes New Year Quotes New Year Resolutions Vedic Astrology 2016 2016 - Year of the Monkey 2016 Events 2016 Holidays 2016 Holidays in India 2016 UK Holidays 2016 US Holidays 2016 Hindu Festivals 2016 Federal Holidays 2016 Calendar Printable Calendars Desktop Calendars Hindu Calendar Muslim Calendar Christian Calendar Jewish Calendar Bahai Calendar Rastafari Calendar Zoroastrian Calendar Pagan Calendar Jain Calendar Shinto Calendar Buddhist Calendar Sikh Calendar New Year Around the World January 1st - History Chinese New Year Hindu New Year Hmong New Year Islamic New Year Japanese New Year Jewish New Year Korean New Year Thai New Year Persian New Year Tibetan New Year Vietnamese New Year Horoscope 2016 Here's an itemized rundown of Holidays in India in 2016 – Date Public & Bank Holidays Description January 26th Republic Day This day signifies the earmarking of the Indian Constitution that is celebrated with ponce and ceremony throughout the entire country. March 24th Holi This is the Indian Spring Festival that is also called the Festival of Colors and it is enjoyed with humor and elation. March 25th Good Friday As known by the Christian faith, this day symbolizes the day that Jesus Christ was killed on the cross. It is also called as Black Friday or Easter Friday and is the Friday that is before the Sunday that Easter is held. April 15th Rama Navami This Hindu holiday immortalizes the birth of the fabled character, Ram. This man is thought to have been one of the incarnations of another god, Lord Vishnu. April 20th Mahavir Jayanti This day is set aside to celebrate and honor the birthday of Mahavir, who was one of the few remaining Jain Tirthankaras and for the Jains it is a opportune day. May 21st Budda Purnima It is thought that Lord Gautama Buddha arrived on the Earth on this particular day and it is celebrated with Buddhist prayers from all over the globe who visit Bodh Gaya as part of their holy pilgrimage. July 06th Idu’l Fitr This holiday is observed by the Muslims and is full of laughter and enjoyment. People are gifted and wear new outfits, spend time with family and their friends and feast. This is thought to be one of the best days to make any donations and special prayers are put together and attended. August 15th Independence Day This is the day that India became a free country back in 1947 and every Indian celebrates it. It is celebrated by hoisting and giving the Indian Tricolor National Flag respect. There are plenty of social events and a parade that are held all over the country. August 25th Janmashtami This day is when the Hindus believe that another incarnation of their beloved Lord Vishnu cam down as Shri Krishna arrived on the Earth. September 12th Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) This holiday is celebrated by honoring Prophet Ibrahim, who had given up his own child to fulfill the wish of God. October 2nd Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday This is a national holiday that celebrates the birthday of Mohandas Kramchand Gandhi, who is a respected figure throughout the country and he is known as the Father of the Nation. October 11th Dussehra This Hindu holiday is a celebration that is all about the victory of Lord Ram over Ravana, which symbolizes that diligence will always win over evil. October 12th Muharram This is the first month of the year that as shown by the Islamic Hijri calendar and it is honored with reverence from the Muslims. October 30th Diwali (Deepavali) This festival is also called the Festival of Lights and it is celebrated with plenty of energy, prayers and feasting. They also meet with their relatives and friends and trade gifts and light fireworks. This is the day that the Jains celebrate because Mahavira had achieved nirvana. November 14th Guru Nanak’s Birthday This is the birthday celebrations of Guru Nana, who was the founder of Sikhism and is thought to be the first ever Guru of the Sikhs. December 13th Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-E-Milad This day is recognized as the birthday and celebration of Prophet Mohammed and this an extremely promising day for those of the Muslim faith. December 25th Christmas Day This holiday is celebrated all over the world and it is a social and cultural holiday as well apart from having religious significance. It celebrates the birthday of Jesus Christ. Date Restricted Holidays Description January 1st New Year’s Day This is the starting day of the Gregorian calendar and it is celebrated with much excitement to give the New Year a cheery and welcoming embrace. January 14th Makar Sankranti According to the traditions that Indians follow, Makar Sakranti is when the harvest festival is celebrated with much fanfare in different areas all over the country. January 14th Pongal This is a Tamil centered celebration where everyone acknowledges the Sun God and the blessings given for a good harvest. January 16th Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday This day is the birthday of Guru Gobind Singh, who is the 10th Guru of the Sikhs. January 23rd Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti This is the day that everyone celebrates the birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, who is one of the most loved Indian Freedom Fighters. February 12th Basanta Panchami / Sri Panchami This is the month of Magha on the India calendar and according to the lunar based calendar it is dedicated to worshiping the Goddess Saraswati, who is the goddess of knowledge and wisdom. February 19th Shivaji Jayanthi This is the day for celebrating the birthday of Chhatrapai Shivaji, who is the Maratha nationa's founder. It is mostly celebrated in Maharashtra. Guru Ravidas’ Birthday This is the day where the Sikh's celebrate the birthday of their Sikh Guru Ravidas. February 22rd March 04th Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti This is the birthday of Dayananada Saraswati, who was a religious scholar and who founded Arya Samaj. He had promoted Vedic massages and taught his followers to overcome worshiping of the idols and ritualistic prayers. March 07th Maha Shivratri This is a Hindu holiday where they worship Lord Shiva and is celebrated all over the country by Hindus. March 23rd Holika Dahan This holiday is celebrated by starting and burning bonfires to celebrate good winning over evil. This holiday commemorates the death of Holika, who was killed by Prahlad, who was one of Lord Vishnu's devotees. March 27th Easter Sunday This is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of their god, Jesus Christ some 3 days after being crucified. This was found in the New Testament of the bible. Chaitra Sukladi / Gudi Padava / Ugadi / Cheti Chand This is a promising time for the Hindus and it is celebrated in Chaitra, which is honored as Chaitra Sukladi. Also, the New Year for the Sindhi's is celebrated on Cheti Chand. Ugadi is a holiday that is celebrated in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh as their New Year. Mahabharata also celebrates their traditional New Year during this time, which is called Gudi Padava. This is believed to be the day that the Universe was created by Lord Brahma, according to Indian mythology. April 08th April 13th Vaisakhi/Vishu This is the New Year celebration in Punjab and is called Vaisakhi. Kerala's New Year celebration is called Vishu and both are celebrated with traditional rituals and some rites. April 14th Mesadi This festival is one based on the harvest and it is celebrated in certain parts of Southern India. The celebration includes the prayers for a good years prosperity. April 15th Pahela (Poela) Baisakh (Bengal)/ Bahag or Bohaag Bihu (Assam) This is the New year in West Bengal on the first day of Baisakh, which is the Indian month. This is thought to be the best time for new beginnings. Bohaag Bihu commemorates both the new plating cycle and New Year in Assam. April 21st Hazarat Ali’s Birthday This is the birthday of Hazarat Ali, who was the cousin and son-in-law to Prophet Mohammed and was his successor. May 08th Rabindranath Tagore’s Birthday This is the birthday of Rabindranath Tagoe, who was a thinker, philosopher, and Nobel laureate poet. He is loved and praised much on this day. July 16th Rath Yatra This celebration is found in Puri, Orissa and it marks the yearly visit of Lord Jaggannatha to the nearby Gundicha Temple. This is also called the Chariot Festival. August 17th Parsi New Year’s day This is the day that starts Spring for the Parsis and it is also called Nowruz. August 18th Raksha Bandhan This is one of the many tradition Hindu celebrations that lauds the bonding between sisters and brothers, which is represented by the tying of a rakhi thread on the brother's wrist. The brother then promises her security and love in return. September 05h Vinayaka Chaturthi/Ganesh Chaturthi This is the Hindu holiday that marks the rebirth of the popular Lord Ganesha, who is the god of wisdom, fortune and prosperity. September 14th Onam This festival is celebrated in Kerala and it celebrates the homecoming of their victorious King Mahavali. This is also the festival for rice harvesting. October 12th Dussehra This is another traditional Hindu festival that celebrates the victory that Lord Ram had over Ravana, who was the demon king and symbolizes that good will always prevail over evil. October 16th Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday This is the birthday of Sanskrit poet, Valmiki and he was known as the first poet or Adi Kavi. He had been the one who had written the memorable Ramayana. October 19th Karaka Chaturdasi (Karva Chouth) This is a day where the married women of the Hindu faith fast for their husbands well-being. October 29th Deepavali / Narak Chaturdasi This is one of the most crucial Hindu festivals that is celebrated throughout the country and is also called the Festival of Lights. October 31st Govardhan Puja This is another traditional Hindu festival that lets everyone know that we should take care of, conserve and preserve Nature. November 01st Bhai Duj This festival happens right after Deewali and it is aimed at strengthening the unbreakable bonds between a sister and a brother. November 06th Pratihar Sashthi or Surya Sashthi (Chhat Puja) This festival is another traditional Hindu one and it is where the Sun God is worshiped for sustaining the life on Earth. November 24th Guru Teg Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day This is the day that commemorates the execution of Teg Bahadur, who was the 9th guru of the Sikhs, by the Aurangzeb, who was the Mughal Emperor for causing problems in his attempts to convert India to a completely Muslim country. December 24th Christmas Eve This is the day before Christmas and it is celebrated with zeal all over the globe.
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