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What are the important holidays in Lebanon?
Lebanon Public & National Holidays (2021)
- Public holidays in Lebanon consist of religious and national holidays.
- New Year’s Day.
- Armenian Orthodox Christmas Day.
- St Maroun Day.
- Rafik Hariri Memorial Day.
- Feast of the Annunciation.
- Good Friday (Western Church)
- Easter Sunday & Easter Monday (Western Church)
What are national celebrations in Lebanon?
Popular festivals in Lebanon celebrated by all religious groups
- Mar Maron festival – 9 February. St.
- Easter – March/April.
- Qana Day – 18 April.
- Labour Day – 1 May.
- Assumption Day – 15 August.
- All Saints’ Day – 1 November.
- Independence Day – 22 November.
- Christmas – 25 December.
What are some holidays that are celebrated?
Holidays observed with paid time off
- New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve.
- Memorial Day.
- Independence Day.
- Labor Day.
- Thanksgiving and the day after.
- Christmas Eve and Christmas.
What is the most common holiday celebrated?
Christmas
The most popular national holidays in the United States are Christmas and Thanksgiving. While Christmas is celebrated around the world, Thanksgiving is celebrated in a smaller number of countries. Other than in the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated also in Canada, Liberia, Saint Lucia, and Grenada.
How many holidays are there in Lebanon?
National Holidays
| Date | English Name | Arabic Name |
|---|---|---|
| May 25 | Liberation and Resistance Day | عيد المقاومة و التحرير |
| August 15 | Feast of the Assumption | عيد إنتقال العذراء |
| November 22 | Lebanese Independence Day | عيد الإستقلال |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | عيد الميلاد |
Is Friday a holiday in Lebanon?
The weekend in Beirut is on Saturday and Sunday. Friday is a normal work day.
Is Nov 2 a Holiday?
555 signed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte declaring November 1 and 2 as special non-working holidays and November 20 as Regular Holiday.
What are the top 10 celebrated holidays?
The Top 10 Biggest Holidays Around the World
- Christmas. Christmas may be represented by presents and Santa Claus nowadays, but this popular holiday had another origin story.
- Hanukkah.
- New Year.
- Chinese New Year.
- Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.
- Easter.
- Valentine’s Day.
- Diwali.
Is Nov 2 a holiday?
Is Feb 9 a holiday?
2022 Daily Holidays that fall on February 9, include: National Bagels and Lox Day. National Cut the Cord Day. National Develop Alternative Vices Day. National Pizza Day.
Is 14 Feb 2021 a public holiday?
Working Day Numbers for 2020….How Many Long Weekends in Singapore 2021?
| Public Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 01 – 03 Jan 2021 | Friday to Sunday |
| Chinese New Year’s Day | 12 – 14 Feb 2021 | Friday to Sunday |
| Good Friday | 02 – 04 Apr 2021 | Friday to Sunday |
| National Day | 07 – 09 Aug 2021 | Saturday to Monday |
What are the Lebanese holidays like?
Art lovers will be happy to know that Lebanese holidays are heavily focused on culture. From classical music at the Al Bustan International Festival to displays of dance and poetry in the Tyre and South Festival, Lebanon sure does know how to showcases its talent.
What is Lebanon’s Independence Day?
Lebanon’s Independence Day commemorates the end of French rule and is celebrated annually on November 22. Christmas Day on December 25 by Christians in Lebanon, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.
What is the Al Bustan International Festival of music?
Kicking off the year’s festivities with a bang is the Al Bustan International Festival of Music and the Arts. Held annually in Beirut in February, this Lebanese event is a musical celebration that takes over the entire month.