Other Holidays

Looking for information on popular holidays and events celebrated around the world? Holidays profiled in this section include Mardi Gras, Kwanzaa, Valentine's Day, Thanksgiving and even Festivus!

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The traditions and customs of a family and a nation help theme define their identities. Learn about the importance of tradition.

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  • 10 Best Thanksgiving Movies
    10 Best Thanksgiving Movies

    After Thanksgiving dinner, some people like to watch a football game. Others like to get together and watch a favorite movie. Can't think of any Thanksgiving-themed movie off the top of your head? No worries. We've got 10 for you right here. See more »

  • 10 BFF Girlfriend Valentines
    10 BFF Girlfriend Valentines

    Here is a BFF Girlfriends Guide to Valentine's Day. All 10 ideas include a DIY alternative, so you won't necessarily have a wallet the size of Paris Hilton's to have a great time with your girlfriends. See more »

  • 5 Things Your Man Won't Tell You About Valentine's Day
    5 Things Your Man Won't Tell You About Valentine's Day

    Valentine's Day is the most romantic day of the whole year ... unless your man totally drops the ball. What's so hard to remember about picking up a dozen red roses and a bottle of wine on the way home from the office? Here's what he doesn't want you to know. See more »

  • Everything You Wanted to Know About the First Thanksgiving
    Everything You Wanted to Know About the First Thanksgiving

    On the first Thanksgiving, the pilgrims wore buckles, the Native Americans brought corn and everyone made merry until the sun went down. Right? That's not the most accurate portrayal of the historical event. See more »

  • Festivus Explained
    Festivus Explained

    Are you bored with the commercialism of the Christmas holidays? Do you find tinsel distracting? Is there a large aluminum pole collecting dust in your crawlspace? If you answered yes to all of the above then Festivus is for you! Learn about this fascinating holiday here. See more »

  • Hanukkah Pictures
    Hanukkah Pictures

    Every year, usually in mid- to late-December on the Western calendar, Kislev 25 on the Hebrew calendar, Jews around the world celebrate the holiday of Hanukkah. See more »

  • Holiday Pictures
    Holiday Pictures

    Everyone loves a holiday! From New Years to Thanksgiving each holiday has its own unique meaning and tradition. Check out these amazing holiday pictures. See more »

  • How do they determine what day Easter will occur on?
    How do they determine what day Easter will occur on?

    The Easter holiday seems to be on a different day each year. Have you ever wondered how they determine which day Easter will fall on each year? You can find the answer to that question here. See more »

  • How long should kids believe in the Easter bunny?
    How long should kids believe in the Easter bunny?

    Many kids put a lot stock in the Easter bunny myth, and look forward to the arrival of their cotton-tailed friend all spring. But is it harmful for them to believe past a certain age? See more »

  • In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
    In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

    The national American holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. falls on the third Monday in January. Learn about the life and work of this legendary civil rights activist. See more »

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