Eid al-Fitr
Festival marking the end of Ramadan, celebrated with prayers, feasts, and charity.
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Yom HaZikaron
Memorial Day for Israeli fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism.
Yom HaAtzmaut
Israel Independence Day, celebrating the founding of the State of Israel in 1948.
Vesak (Buddha Day)
Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha.
Ascension Day
Marks the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven, observed 40 days after Easter.
Hajj
The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, mandatory for Muslims who are able.
Day of Arafah
The holiest day of the Islamic year, observed with fasting and prayer.
Shavuot
Festival celebrating the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai.
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice, commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.
Pentecost
Commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, considered the "birthday" of the Church.