Nirvana Day (Buddhist)
The day celebrates the day when the Buddha is said to have achieved Parinirvana, or complete Nirvana, upon the death of his physical body. (Wikipedia)
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Magha Puja Day
It is the second most important Buddhist festival after Vesak; it celebrates a gathering that was held between the Buddha and 1,250 of his first disciples, which, according to tradition, preceded the custom of periodic recitation of discipline by monks. On the day, Buddhists celebrate the creation of an ideal and exemplary community, which is why it is sometimes called... Read More
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Lailat al Bara’ah
Lailat al Miraj celebrates the Prophet Muhammad's nighttime journey from Mecca to Jerusalem, where he then ascended to heaven.
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Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri is celebrated in honour of the deity Shiva. It is observed by remembering Shiva and chanting prayers, fasting, and meditating on ethics and virtues such as honesty, non-injury to others, charity, forgiveness, and the discovery of Shiva. (Wikipedia)
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Mothering Sunday (UK, Ireland)
Mothering Sunday is a day honouring mother churches, the church where one is baptized and becomes "a child of the church". It is celebrated in the UK, Ireland, and some Commonwealth countries. (Wikipedia)
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St. Patrick’s Day (Christian)
The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, and, by extension, celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general. Celebrations generally involve public parades and festivals, and the wearing of green attire or shamrocks. (Wikipedia)
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St. Joseph’s Day (Christian)
This is the Feast day of the Christian St. Joseph, the husband of Mary and legal father of Jesus. St. Joseph is the patron saint of Canada. (Wikipedia)
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Palm Sunday (Christian)
Palm Sunday happens on the Sunday before Easter. The day commemorates Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Its name originates from the palm branches waved by the crowd to greet and honor Jesus as he entered the city. (Wikipedia)
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Purim (Jewish)
Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of the Achaemenid Empire named Haman. The four main obligations of the day are Listening to the public reading of the Book of Esther. Sending food gifts to friends Giving charity to the poor Eating... Read More
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Holi (Hindu)
Holi is a festival of colour, light, and spring. It celebrates the love of the god Radha and Krishna. (Wikipedia)
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Hola Mohalla (Sikh)
Hola Mohalla is a three day Sikh festival. Activities during this festival include displays of fighting prowess, music, poetry and food. (Wikipedia)