Family Affair
Also called the Festival of Lights, this eight-day celebration that falls each year on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev, which generally falls in December in the Gregorian calendar.
Hanukkah
Celebrated informally on December 31, its all about enjoying sipping on this bubbly beverage. It comes at a perfect time on New Year’s Eve, especially for champagne lovers, giving us an even better excuse to pop open a bottle — or two!
National Champagne Day
South Africa annually observes this day on December 16 in 1994, to heal and bridge the gap between the people living in South Africa. The Day of Reconciliation has helped bring harmony to a region still after decades of injustice.
Day of Reconciliation
The most translated document around the world and is available in over 500 languages. It has inspired countries and people alike to start treating every person with the right to life, liberty, property, and the pursuit of happiness. On this holiday, we acknowledge the importance of this document and the importance of our rights
Human Rights Day (December 10th)
This day marks the final day of what is known as a Gregorian calendar year. Prior to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar as the global standard, most of the ancient world ran on many different and diverse calendaring systems to track the passage of time.
New Years Eve
Gather-round the frying pan on this national holiday on December 30. It’s an incredibly versatile food. Paired well on burgers,eggs, and more.
National Bacon Day
This day allows citizens to take responsibility for looking after disabled servicemen, families, and dependents of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country. Small flags in dark blue, light blue, and red colors representing the Army, Air Force, and Navy, are distributed throughout the country in exchange for donations.
Flag Day of India (Dec 7th)
Just as a grain of sand inside an oyster causes the formation of this precious gem, this holiday is the ideal time to assess yourself for what you are — a resilient, resourceful, and beautiful human being.
National Wear Your Pearls Day (December 15th)
A Scottish word meaning “the last day of the year.” this holiday is celebrated in Scotland on New Year’s Eve, when Scots host house parties and exchange gifts. The celebrations are often followed by parties on both New Year’s Day and January 2, which is a bank holiday in Scotland.
Hogmanay
Many of us can’t help but add a bar or two while we’re checking out at the grocery store — that is, if we don’t already have a bag of fun-sized versions in the cart. Snack all you want on December 28th.
National Chocolate Candy Day
An important day to celebrate America’s Constitution and the framework of society that ascribes rights and freedoms to society.
Bill of Rights Day (Dec 15th)
1/2 of one of the most powerful couples in the music industry. He has recorded 13 hip-hop records and released more than 100 singles. He was born on December 4 and raised in New York and burst on to the music scene in 1996 with his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, which was a critical and commercial success. In addition to his music career, he also owns a fashion line and a sports entertainment company. He is the recipient of 21 Grammy Awards. Hell, it might as well be a holiday.
Jay-Z's Birthday (December 4th)
There is a popular idea that this holiday refers to the conception of Jesus by the Virgin Mary. It doesn’t. It actually refers to the conception of Mary herself.
Feast of the Immaculate Conception – December 8, 2020
Whether you're looking to sooth a sore throat, warm up on a cold day, or keep up with the RHOA or the Khardasians, this holiday is perfect for you.
International Tea Day (Dec. 15th)
Even though it’s not a federal holiday, the birthday of this group is celebrated on December 13. Established in 1636, this group is the oldest military organization in America. Its members serve during times of war and emergency.
U.S. National Guard Day
This holiday marks the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year (in the Northern Hemisphere), all thanks to the tilt of the earth. In many cultures, the day is a day of feasting and celebration
Winter Solstice (December 21st)