holiday

3. A public procession, often including bands, floats, and performers, held in honor of a holiday.
7. The quality of being thankful or appreciative.
9. The state of being free or self-governing; celebrated on July 4th in the United States.
13. An Italian explorer credited with discovering America; celebrated on Columbus Day.
14. The month in which Presidents' Day and Valentine's Day are celebrated.
15. Explosive displays of light and sound often seen on the Fourth of July.
18. Clothing worn to represent a different time period, character, or creature, often associated with Halloween.
19. A holiday celebrating the contributions of workers, observed on the first Monday in September.
20. A day for remembering and honoring those who died in military service.
21. Early settlers in America celebrated at the first Thanksgiving.
23. A holiday celebrated on October 31st, often involving costumes and trick-or-treating.

1. A piece of cloth with specific colors and symbols representing a country or group.
2. A meal or gathering where food is cooked outdoors on a grill, often associated with holidays like Memorial Day or Independence Day.
4. The twelfth month of the year, often associated with various festive holidays.
5. Those who have served in the military, honored on Veterans Day.
6. The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.
8. A Halloween activity where children go from house to house asking for candy.
10. The month in which Christmas and Hanukkah are celebrated.
11. The month in which Independence Day is celebrated.
12. Having or showing love and support for one's country.
16. A decoration used to beautify or add charm, especially on a Christmas tree.
17. The act of adorning or embellishing for festive occasions, such as hanging lights or putting up ornaments.
22. A holiday celebrated with a big feast in November to give thanks for the year's blessings.