Events with tag - Federal Holiday

May 3, 1940

Constitution Day History

Constitution Day, originally established as 'I Am an American Day' in 1940, evolved into a national observance celebrating the signing of the U.S. Constitution and promoting constitutional education across America.

February 19, 2025

President's Day

President's Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February to honor American presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Originally established to commemorate George Washington's birthday, it evolved into a celebration of all U.S. presidents.

May 31, 2025

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is one of America's most significant federal holidays, observed on the last Monday in May, honoring military service members who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

July 4, 2025

US Independence Day

The Fourth of July marks the historic adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when thirteen American colonies declared independence from British rule. This federal holiday represents one of America's most significant national celebrations.

September 1, 2025

Labor Day - American Workers' Holiday

Labor Day, established in 1894, is a federal holiday honoring American workers' contributions and achievements. Celebrated on the first Monday in September, it emerged from the labor movement's fight for workers' rights during the Industrial Revolution.

October 12, 2025

Columbus Day

Columbus Day is one of America's most significant federal holidays, established in 1937 to commemorate Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas. The holiday is observed on the second Monday in October and has evolved to reflect changing cultural perspectives.

November 11, 2025

Veterans Day

Veterans Day is an annual United States federal holiday observed on November 11 to honor military veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Originally established as Armistice Day in 1919, it was renamed to Veterans Day in 1954 to recognize veterans of all American wars.

November 2025

Thanksgiving Day

A significant American holiday celebrating gratitude and unity, officially established in 1941 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to be observed on the fourth Thursday of November.