Holidays

2. the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from sunrise to sunset
4. the Feast of Sacrifice, is celebrated by Muslims as a major holiday for a period of three to fours days
6. celebration that commemorates the day the goddess Durga killed demons known as Mahishasura
8. the night of October 31 commonly celebrated by children who dress in costume and go door-to-door asking for candy
11. celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862
12. national holiday marked by religious observances and a traditional meal including turkey
15. marks the Resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion
16. the Muslim festival marking the end of the fast of Ramadan

1. he observance of the day of birth of Muhammad
3. festival observed by many African Americans from December 26 to January 1 as a celebration of their cultural heritage and traditional values
5. a Hindu spring festival celebrated in February or March in honor of Krishna
6. a Hindu festival of lights, held in the period October to November
7. holiday commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem
9. the Chinese festival marking the start of the new year, beginning on the second new moon after the winter solstice and ending on the full moon fifteen days later
10. a public holiday celebrated on the first day weekday after Christmas Day
13. Christmas day in the spanish culture
14. the first day of the year