Day Guide for Thursday May 5th 2016

This is our day guide for Thursday May 5th 2016 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 126 of 2016.

Holidays on May 5th 2016

International: Israa & Miaraj Night. Isra and Mi'raj marks the Night Journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and the ascent into heaven
International: Ascension Day. This day observes the departure of Jesus from earth after his resurrection. It is perhaps the earliest observed celebration in Christianity.
Ethiopia: Patriots' Victory Day. On 5 May 1941, Emperor Haile Selassie entered Addis Ababa, marking the end of the Italian occupation

Not a Public Holiday

Germany: Father's Day. Celebrated on Ascension Day. Father's Day is a celebration that honours the role of fathers
Japan: Children's Day. This is a day set aside to respect childrens personalities and to celebrate their happiness

Regional

Mexico (regional): Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo is one of two days, which mark Mexico's independence from foreign rulers

Public sector only

Netherlands: Liberation Day. Marks the liberation of the Netherlands from Nazi occupation at the end of the second world war

Public sector only

Nigeria (regional): Public Holiday. Edo only. To mourn the passing of the Oba of Benin
South Korea: Children's Day. This Holiday was founded by the Korean childrens writer Pang Chong-hwan in 1923 as a way to instil in the children a sense of independence and national pride
Thailand: Coronation Day. Commemorates the coronation of King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 1950

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There are no observances today.

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