Welcoming New Hampshire

Cinco de Mayo (Mexican American)
2027-05-05 | NH, United States
Cinco de Mayo is annually observed on May 5. It celebrates the defeat of the French army during the Battle of Puebla (Batalla de Puebla) in Mexico on May 5, 1862. It is NOT to be confused with Mexico’s Independence Day. Cinco de Mayo is seen as a day to celebrate the culture, achievements and experiences of people with a Mexican background who live in the United States.

Eid al-Fitr
2027-05-08 00:00 - 2027-05-09 00:00 (America/New_York) | NH
An important Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan. Celebrations include communal prayers, feasts, and giving charity.

Mother's Day
2027-05-09 00:00 | NH
Celebrated in many countries, Mother’s Day honors mothers and motherhood. Traditions include giving gifts, cards, and spending time with family.

Memorial Day
2027-05-31 00:00 | NH
In the United States, Memorial Day honors military personnel who have died in service. Observed on the last Monday of May, traditions include visiting cemeteries and holding parades.

Juneteenth
2027-06-19 | NH, United States
Juneteenth, now a US federal holiday, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Learn more!
Visit the Black Heritage Trail of NH to find celebration events happening in NH!

Father's Day
2027-06-20 00:00 | NH
Celebrated in various countries, Father’s Day honors fathers and fatherhood. Traditions include giving gifts, cards, and family gatherings.

World Refugee Day
2027-06-20 | NH, United States
On June 20, the world commemorates the strength, courage and resilience of millions of refugees.
For more information, visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/refugee-day or https://www.unhcr.org/en-us/world-refugee-day.html

Independence Day
2027-07-04 00:00 | NH
The United States’ national day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and family gatherings.

Independence Day
2027-07-04 | NH, United States
Independence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as “the Fourth of July.” It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Often celebrated with fireworks, parades and barbecues.

Labor Day
2027-09-06 00:00 | NH
In the United States, Labor Day honors the contributions of workers and the labor movement. Observed on the first Monday of September, it’s celebrated with parades, picnics, and a day off work.

Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
2027-09-11 | NH, United States
In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001.
On this day Americans across the country are called to volunteer in their local communities in tribute to the individuals lost and injured in the attacks, first responders, and the many who have risen in service to defend freedom.
For more information, visit:
https://www.history.com/topics/21st-century/9-11-attacks
https://www.911day.org/
https://www.nationalservice.gov/serve/september-11th-national-day-service-and-remembrance

Rosh Hashanah
2027-10-02 00:00 - 2027-10-04 00:00 | NH
The Jewish New Year, marking the beginning of the High Holy Days. Traditions include sounding the shofar (ram’s horn) and festive meals.

Indigenous People's Day
2027-10-11 | NH, United States
The second Monday of October annually marks Columbus Day in many parts the United States but not all states or regions follow this observance. Instead, they celebrate other events on the day. For example, South Dakota’s official holiday on this date is Native Americans’ Day, while parts of California celebrate Indigenous People’s Day.

Yom Kippur
2027-10-11 00:00 - 2027-10-12 00:00 | NH
Known as the Day of Atonement, it’s the holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to fasting, prayer, and repentance.

Diwali
2027-10-20 00:00 | NH
Known as the Festival of Lights, this major Hindu festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Celebrations include lighting oil lamps, fireworks, and sharing sweets.

Día de los Muertos (Mexican)
2027-11-01 | NH, United States
El Día de los Muertos, or The Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. Dia de los Muertos honors the dead with festivals and lively celebrations, a typically Latin American custom that combines indigenous Aztec ritual with Catholicism (Dia de los Muertos is celebrated on All Saints Day and All Souls Day, minor holidays in the Catholic calendar). Día de los Muertos celebrations typically begin on October 31 and end on November 2.

Veterans Day (USA)
2027-11-11 | NH, United States
In the USA, Veterans Day annually falls on November 11. This day is the anniversary of the signing of the armistice, which ended the World War I hostilities between the Allied nations and Germany in 1918. Veterans are thanked for their services to the United States on Veterans Day.

Thanksgiving Day (USA)
2027-11-25 | NH, United States
Thanksgiving Day in the United States is a holiday on the fourth Thursday of November. Thanksgiving Day is a day for people in the US to give thanks for what they have. Families and friends get together for a meal, which traditionally includes a roast turkey, stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, cranberry sauce, gravy, and pumpkin pie.
