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January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August 2023
August 1: Lamas (Cristian)
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August 30: The Ghost Festival / Ullambrana (Buddhist, Taoist)
In Chinese culture, the fifteenth day of the seventh month in the lunar calendar is called Ghost Day, and the seventh month, in general, is regarded as the Ghost Month. During this time, ghosts and spirits, including those of deceased ancestors, come out from the lower realm.
September 2023
September 1: First Installation of Guru Granth Sahib in the Golden Temple (Sikh)
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September 28: Meskel (Ethiopian Orthodox Christian)
Meskel is the Ethiopian and Eritrean Orthodox Christian commemoration of the discovery of the True Cross by Queen Eleni (St. Helena) in the 4th century. It is celebrated soon after the beginning of the Ethiopian calendar year (mid-September).
Septmber 29 - October 6: Sukkot (Jewish)
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This day celebrates blasphemy as defined in the various national, state, or religious laws that encourage individuals and groups to openly express criticism of religion and blasphemy laws. Celebrations include educating about the importance of freedom of expression, even opinions contrary to religions or offensive to religious people.
October 2023
October 2: International Day of Nonviolence
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October 15 - 24: Navaratri (Hindu)
A nine-day festival celebrating the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura and the victory of good over evil.
October 16-17: Twin Holy Days – Birth of the Bab and Bahá'u'lláh (Bahá'í)
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A holiday celebrated in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, with international recognition. It's a multi-day event for gathering with family and friends to remember and support the spiritual journey of deceased loved ones. Traditions include ofrendas, calaveras, marigolds, favorite foods, and visits to graves.
November 2023
November 1: All Hallows' Day / All Saints’ Day / Hallowmas (Roman Catholic)
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Children's Day is a commemorative date celebrated annually in honor of children.
December
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January
February
March
April
May
June
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2023
December 7-15: Hanukkah (Jewish)
An 8-day celebration in the Jewish faith that honors the victory of Jews over Syrian Greeks.
December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception ( Roman Catholic)
The day that Roman Catholics celebrate Mary’s conception without original sin.
December 21 - January 1: Yule (Pagan)
A Pagan and Wiccan holiday that celebrates the winter solstice.
December 22: Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday (Sikhism)
Guru Gobind Singh is the tenth Sikh Guru and spiritual master. This date commemorates the day he was born
December 24-25: Christmas (Roman Catholic and Protestant Christian)
Christmas is an annual celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the Messiah whose message and self-sacrifice began the Christian religion.
December 26: St. Stephen’s Feast Day (Christian)
The day commemorating St. Stephen’s life and service as he became the first Christian to die for the faith
December 26th-Jan 1st: Kwanzaa (African American, African Diaspora)
This celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture. It culminates in a feast and gift-giving.
December 26th- Zartosht No-Diso (Zoroastrian)
Commemorates the death of the Prophet Zarathushtra.
December 28th: Holy Innocents Day (Christian)
Christian day of solemn memory of male children killed by King Herod in the attempt to destroy Jesus.
December 31st: Feast of the Holy Family (Roman Catholic)
The Feast of the Holy Family is a liturgical celebration in the Catholic Church in honor of Jesus of Nazareth, his mother the Blessed Virgin Mary, and his father Saint Joseph as a family. The primary purpose of this feast is to present the Holy Family as a model for Christian families.
Calendar information from UC DAVIS Multicultural Holidays, Worktango, Interfaith Calendar 2023, and other sources as needed.
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