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April 9, 2027

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A serene view of Basco harbor in the Philippines with a rowboat and lush greenery.
Regional/Cultural Day

Araw ng Kagitingan

The anniversary of the 1942 fall of Bataan, when Filipino and American forces surrendered to the Japanese after a three-month siege. Over 60,000 Filipino and American soldiers died during the Bataan Death March, a 65-mile forced march from Bataan to Tarlac. The day is observed with ceremonies at the Mount Samat National Shrine, where the names of the dead are read aloud. The shrine features a 302-foot cross that can be seen from miles away. The day honors the courage and sacrifice of those who fought and died for freedom.

Detailed image of a lizard basking on a rock in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of Cape Verde Day

You encounter endemic birds like the Cape Verde kite and the striking Cape Verde warbler throughout these volcanic islands. You commonly see cats and dogs as pets, with many residents also keeping chickens and goats for practical purposes. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.

Portrait of family standing outside a traditional straw hut in a rural village.
Regional/Cultural Day

Products of South Sudan Day

You celebrate South Sudan's locally-roasted coffee and sorghum products, which form the backbone of daily sustenance and trade across the nation. You recognize that these agricultural staples carry deep cultural significance tied to pastoral heritage and community gatherings where coffee ceremonies bring families together.