The Day of Valor (Philippines)
Also called 'Araw ng Kagitingan' in Filipino, Day of Valor is a public holiday in the Philippines every 9 April to commemorate the fall of the Bataan peninsula during World War II.
World Health Day
World Health Day is an annual event on April 7 to draw attention to particular priorities in global health. Various local, national and international events are arranged to educate the public and policy makers about a specific aspect of the World Health Organization's work. This event receives plenty of media coverage. Examples of events include conferences for health workers, briefings for local politicians, and informational displays for children and young people. Public marches and demonstrations, as well as free or easy access to medical tests, can also take place on the day.
Chakri Memorial Day (Thailand)
Chakri Memorial Day is a national holiday. Officially known as 'King Buddha Yodfa Chulaloke the Great Day and Chakri Dynasty Memorial Day',
Hong Kong Sevens 2019
Firmly established as the world's premier event of its kind and one of the most popular annual sporting events in Asia, the Hong Kong Sevens attracts some of the world's greatest rugby players and thousands of fans from every corner of the globe to the magnificent Hong Kong Stadium every year.
Ching Ming Festival (Hong Kong)/ Tomb Sweeping Day (Taiwan)
Hong Kong: Ching Ming Festival, or Qingming, is a special Chinese day for the remembrance of ancestors. It falls in the third lunar month of the Chinese calendar, which is usually in the first week of April in the Gregorian calendar. The festival is very ancient, dating back in Chinese history around 2,500 years. Taiwan: Officially known as Qingming Jie, Tomb-Sweeping Day is a traditional Chinese celebration set aside to honour departed family members. Also known as Ching Ming Festival , Taiwanese families remember their ancestors by cleaning and offering sacrifices that may benefit the deceased.
Children's Day (China)
This holiday is always celebrated on 4 April in the Republic of China. The origin of the holiday goes back to 1925, when representatives from different countries met in Geneva, Switzerland to convene the first "World Conference for the Wellbeing of Children".
Hanshi Festival
The Cold Food or Hanshi Festival is a popular Chinese occasion which developed from the nearby remembrance of the death of the Jin aristocrat Jie Zhitui in the seventh century bc under the Zhou into an East Asian event for the celebration and worship of progenitors by the seventh century Tang. The lighting of flame was stayed away, even from the preparation of food. This training initially happened at midwinter and takes as long as a month, however the hardship this included prompted rehashed endeavors to boycott its recognition. Before the finish of the Three Kingdoms Period third century, it was restricted to three days in the spring around the Qingming solar term. Under the Tang, progenitor observance was limited to the single day which is presently celebrated as the Tomb-Sweeping Festival. The Cold Food Festival isn't an official occasion in any nation or area; however it keeps on observing some recognition in China, Korea, and Vietnam. Tet Han Thuc, otherwise called Cold Foods Festival, is a well known occasion in Vietnam which happens on the third day of the third lunar month of the year. This is the ideal event to recall precursors and for family gatherings. The Cold Food Festival was initially seen at mid-winter the Dongzhi solar term, but moved to late spring the Qingming solar term around the second century. Its essential movement was a strict taboo against utilizing fire, for the most part under the superstitious conviction that infringement prompted violent climate.
Ascension of the Prophet Mohammad (Indonesia)
Also known as "Isra and Mi'raj", it commemorarates a miraculous journey of the Prophet Mohammad
World Autism Awareness Day
World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) aims to put a spotlight on the hurdles that people with autism – and others living with autism – face every day. As a growing global health issue owing to its increasing exposure in the press and common knowledge, autism is an issue that is only gaining more understanding – and WAAD activities are planned every year to further increase and develop world knowledge of children and adults who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). What’s more, World Autism Awareness Day goes one step further to celebrate the unique talents of those with autism, while putting a huge focus on the warm embrace and welcome that these skills deserve through community events around the globe.
April Fool's Day
April Fools' Day (sometimes called All Fools' Day) is an annual (primarly) Western celebration commemorated on April 1 by playing practical jokes and spreading hoaxes. The jokes and their victims are called April fools. People playing April Fool jokes often expose their prank by shouting "April fool(s)" at the unfortunate victim(s). Some newspapers, magazines and other published media report fake stories, which are usually explained the next day or below the news section in smaller letters. Although popular since the 19th century, the day is not a public holiday in any country.
Art Basel
The annual art extravaganza is set to present works from the great modern masters as well as leading contemporary artists of our time.
Art Central
This unmissable art event sees over 100 contemporary galleries showcasing the next generation of talent alongside some of the most established galleries from across Asia and the globe.
Earth Hour
Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). The event is held worldwide annually encouraging individuals, communities, households and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. towards the end of March, as a symbol for their commitment to the planet. It was famously started as a lights-off event in Sydney, Australia in 2007. Since then it has grown to engage more than 7000 cities and towns worldwide. Today, Earth Hour engages a massive mainstream community on a broad range of environmental issues. The one-hour event continues to remain the key driver of the now larger movement. Earth Hour 2017 will be on Saturday, March 26, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. during participants' local time.
Bali Spirit Festival
Through beneficial and inspirational traditions of Yoga, Dance, and Music, the BaliSpirit Festival illustrates the Balinese Hindu concept of Tri Hita Karana: living in harmony with our spiritual, social, and natural environments. The founders of the BaliSpirit Festival pledge to provide financial, logistical, and organizational support to local charities, with a special emphasis on children’s programs, multicultural education and performance, healthcare, HIV& AIDS awareness, and environmental conservation in Bali and greater Indonesia. The festival is regarded as one of South East Asia's biggest annual yoga, wellness, dance and music festivals.
World TB Day
In advance of World TB Day, to be observed on 24 March, WHO is calling on countries and partners to "Unite to End TB". This is an ambitious aim. While there has been significant progress in the fight against TB, with 43 million lives saved since 2000, the battle is only half-won.
Passing of the late Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew
Lee Kuan Yew was born in Singapore in 1923 and was a founder of the People's Action Party which the ruling government of Singapore since. He became Singapore's Prime Minister in 1959, serving successive terms until he resigned in November 1990 when he was appointed Senior Minister. He was appointed Minister Mentor in August 2004 and was appointed Senior Advisor to the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation after stepping down as Minister Mentor in May 2011. Mr Lee had an extraordinary grasp of the world's political and economical trends. Many political and business leaders continued to seek his insights even after he stepped down as prime minister. His sharpness of mind and candour, as well as the depth of his political experience, gained him an influence that was altogether disproportionate for a leader of such a small state as Singapore.
World Meteorological Day
With today’s technology, it’s hard to imagine a time when we didn’t know what the weather was going to be like. Instead of having a five-day forecast right on your weather app, you had to read wind patterns for weeks if you wanted to know whether you needed a rain jacket or a light sweater. That’s why, on March 23, we celebrate the World Meteorological Organization, an international organization that collects data from all over the world to help us better understand the weather and its impact on our lives.
World Water Day
World Water Day, on 22 March every year, is about focusing attention on the importance of water. The theme for World Water Day 2018 is ‘Nature for Water’ – exploring nature-based solutions to the water challenges we face in the 21st century. Damaged ecosystems affect the quantity and quality of water available for human consumption. Today, 2.1 billion people live without safe drinking water at home; affecting their health, education and livelihoods. Sustainable Development Goal 6 commits the world to ensuring that everyone has access to safe water by 2030, and includes targets on protecting the natural environment and reducing pollution.
International Day of Forests
This global celebration of forests provides a platform to raise awareness of the importance of all types of woodlands and trees, and celebrate the ways in which they sustain and protect us.
Vernal Equinox Day (Japan)
The vernal equinox (or spring equinox) marks the beginning of astronomical spring.It occurs during the month of March in the Northern Hemisphere, and during September in the Southern Hemisphere. It usually falls on March 20 or 21.In Japan the vernal equinox ('Shunbun no Hi') is a welcome holiday as it marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring.