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What Is the Origin of Valentine’s Day? | HISTORY The exact origin of Valentine’s Day is unknown, but the holiday’s name and date come from the martyrdom of St Valentine, a third-century priest
May Day: Meaning, 2026 Date Workers Day | HISTORY May Day is a May 1 celebration with a long and varied history, dating back millennia Throughout the years, there have been many different events and festivities worldwide, most with the express
What Happened on May 8 | HISTORY Discover what happened on May 8 with HISTORY #8217;s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths
Cinco de Mayo: 5 Facts About the Mexican Holiday | HISTORY Discover the origin and history of Cinco de Mayo and the battle that inspired the May 5 holiday Cinco de Mayo commemorates an 1862 Mexican battle victory, but it’s not a federal holiday in Mexico
What Is Pi Day? - HISTORY The first Pi Day celebration took place at the Exploratorium (Shaw’s place of work), a San Francisco-based interactive science museum, and featured a circular parade and the eating of fruit pies
Valentine’s Day 2026: Origins Holiday Traditions | HISTORY Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated every February 14 In 2026, it falls on Saturday, February 14 Across the United States and in other places around the world, friends and loved ones
The first Earth Day | April 22, 1970 | HISTORY Earth Day, an event to increase public awareness of the world’s environmental problems, is celebrated in the United States for the first time on April 22, 1970 Millions of Americans, including