The Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) is primarily a cultural and social holiday, though it has deep historical and traditional roots that include religious or spiritual elements. It is a significant cultural celebration that marks the beginning of the lunar...

Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months of the year. Ramadan is a time of fasting, worship, and charity, fostering spiritual reflection and resilience. The exact start and end dates may vary slightly based on Islamic traditions and moon...

Purim, which begins at sundown on the first day and ends at sunset on the second, commemorates the time when the Jews were living in Persia and were saved from genocide by the courage of a young Jewish woman named...

Magha Puja Day (also known as Sangha Day or Fourfold Assembly Day) is observed on the day of the full moon in the third lunar month (Magha), which typically occurs in late February or early March of the Gregorian calendar...

Holi, often called the "Festival of Colors," is a vibrant and ancient Hindu festival that marks the arrival of spring, the triumph of good over evil, and the celebration of love. Community: Hindu Common practices: Sprinkling colored water and powder...

Naw-Rúz, which begins at sundown, is the Baha'i New Year, a traditional celebration in Iran adopted as a holy day as associated with Baha'i. It is a celebration of spring and new life. Community: Bahá’í Common practices: Festive music Dancing...

Also known as Eostre, the Spring Equinox is regarded as a time of fertility and conceptions. Celebrations during this holiday have themes of balance, renewal and rebirth. Communities: Pagan, Wiccan, Druid Common practices: Lighting fires to commemorate the return of...

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. It is important to note that the exact date for Eid al-Fitr is based on the sighting of the new crescent moon and can vary by one or two...

Palm Sunday commemorates Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, as described in the Gospels. Crowds gathered and welcomed him by laying cloaks and waving palm branches on the road, shouting praises. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week for most Western...

Passover, which begins at sundown on the first day, is a week long-long observance commemorating the freedom and exodus of the Israelites (Jewish slaves) from Egypt during the reign of the Pharaoh Ramses II. Communities: Jewish Common practices: Family gatherings...