New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve is the last day of the year in the U.S. It is a major social observance. Many celebrations are held, particularly in the evening.

New Year’s Day

New Year's Day marks the start of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar.

First Day of Black History Month

National Black History Month has its origins in 1915, when historian and author Dr. Carter G. Woodson founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. This organization is now known as the Association for the Study of ...

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular and important holy days in the liturgical calendar. Ash Wednesday opens Lent, a season of fasting and prayer. Ash Wednesday takes place 46 days before Easter Sunday, and is chiefly observed by ...

Daylight Saving Time Begins

On Sunday, March 9, 2024 at 2:00:00 AM, clocks are turned forward 1 hour to 3:00:00 AM local standard time. On March 9, sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later than the day before. There will be more ...