World Country Days
A month-by-month guide to national days, independence celebrations and cultural festivals from countries around the world.
Classroom tip: Check what national day is coming up next week, find that country on the Can Do Kids globe, and ask students to discover three interesting things about the culture. A great five-minute starter activity!
September
This monthMarks Ho Chi Minh's declaration of independence on September 2, 1945 — in Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi.
Celebrates independence from Portugal in 1822 — declared by Prince Pedro I near the Ipiranga River.
Five Central American nations simultaneously celebrate independence from Spain on September 15, 1821.
El Grito de Independencia — Father Hidalgo's famous call to arms in 1810, re-enacted every year by the President.
Celebrates Chile's first national government in 1810 — marked with cueca dancing, empanadas and rodeo.
UN day dedicated to observing 24 hours of non-violence and ceasefire, established in 1981.
Bring These Days to Life in Your Classroom
Can Do Kids Worldwide covers 100+ countries with Explorer Guides, music, quizzes, and virtual travel experiences. Use a national day as your hook — then take students on a virtual visit.