Holidays

Updated February 21, 2017 | Factmonster Staff

What holidays do they celebrate around the world? Where can I find out the history of a holiday? When is Easter this year? Ramadan? What is the origin of Valentine's Day? Halloween? Why do people decorate Easter Eggs? What are the major religious holidays?

For information about all the major federal, religious, traditional, and informal holidays celebrated in the United States, see Holidays in America.

You will find lots and lots of information about holidays in our almanac.

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