Memorial Day honours military members who died in service and marks the start of summer with sales.
Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican heritage with food, music and parties.
Akshaya Tritiya is considered one of the luckiest days of the year to buy gold and start new ventures, and is the second biggest gold-buying day after Dhanteras.
Mother’s Day, on the second Sunday of May, is one of the biggest gifting occasions of the year, celebrated with flowers, brunch and gifts for mothers and maternal figures.
Eid al-Adha is the festival of sacrifice, marked with prayers, sharing food with the community and gifts for family. The date depends on moon sighting.
National Siblings Day celebrates brothers and sisters and is a good occasion for a thoughtful message or gift.
Baisakhi is the Punjabi harvest festival and the Sikh new year, celebrated with bhangra, fairs and community meals.
Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama with prayers, bhajans and prasad.
Administrative Professionals Day thanks assistants, coordinators and office teams for their support.
Teacher Appreciation Day recognises teachers, a popular occasion for class group gifts and thank-you notes.
St. Patrick’s Day celebrates Irish culture with parades, green outfits and parties.
Holika Dahan is the bonfire the night before Holi that symbolises the triumph of good over evil.