Public Holidays by Country

The United States celebrates a mix of historical, patriotic, and cultural holidays reflecting its history as a nation of immigrants.

The UK blends royal occasions, historical commemorations, and cultural traditions from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Canada celebrates its multicultural heritage with holidays honoring indigenous peoples, national figures, and cultural diversity.

Australia commemorates its British heritage, indigenous history, and unique wildlife with holidays reflecting its geographic isolation.

Germany celebrates religious festivals, historical reunification, and cultural traditions with strong regional variations.

Switzerland has one federal holiday, National Day on 1 August; the cantons set the rest, so Christian holidays and local traditions vary by region.

France honors its revolutionary history, cultural achievements, and religious traditions with holidays deeply tied to French identity.

Japan blends Shinto, Buddhist, and modern holidays, celebrating nature, historical events, and cultural respect for ancestors.

China combines traditional lunar calendar festivals with modern national holidays, honoring ancient customs and contemporary achievements.

India celebrates diverse religious festivals, national holidays, and cultural traditions reflecting its multi-faith, multi-ethnic society.

Brazil celebrates Catholic traditions, Afro-Brazilian culture, and national holidays with vibrant festivals and communal celebrations.