National Holidays
This July holiday celebrates America’s freedom from Britain.
Independence Day
This pie is most commonly eaten on Thanksgiving.
Pumpkin pie.
What is celebrated on October 31st?
Halloween
What is a symbol of Christmas that is not Santa Claus, nor the Christmas tree?
Elf on the shelf
This colour is not supposed to be worn after Labor Day - until Memorial Day.
White
This January holiday honors a civil rights leader known for his “I Have a Dream” speech.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
What is a famous New Year's Eve tradition at Times Square?
Watching the ball drop.
What is celebrated on February 14th?
Valentine's Day
What are the origins of Thanksgiving?
The 1621 harvest feast held between the Pilgrims and the Native Americans
An unofficial holiday dedicated to celebrating female friendship and platonic love.
Galentine's Day
This February holiday honors past U.S. presidents, especially Washington and Lincoln.
Presidents' Day
What’s the role of Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day?
If he sees his shadow, there are 6 more weeks of winter. If he doesn’t, we get an early spring.
What is celebrated on the 4th Thursday in November every year?
Thanksgiving
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
July 4, 1776
This city paints its river green on St. Patrick’s Day.
Chicago
This November holiday honors people who served in the U.S. military.
Veterans Day
What is an Easter tradition at the White House?
The Easter egg roll.
What is celebrated on June 19th?
Juneteenth
What creature is a common symbol of Saint Patrick's Day?
Leprechaun
This is the busiest day of the year for restaurants in the US.
Mother's Day
This holiday, observed the last Monday in May, honors fallen soldiers.
Memorial Day
What type of food is typically served on July 4th?
BBQ
What's celebrated on the 2nd Monday in October?
Columbus Day
Which ancient Celtic festival did Halloween originate from?
Samhain
What is being dropped on New Year’s Eve in Boise, Idaho?
Potato