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May 2030
Coming upApril 2030
Counting of the OmerThe 49 days counted from the second night of Passover to Shavuot. Begins at sundown on Thu, April 18, 2030.Hebcal, computedDetails →Festival of RidvanThe twelve days of Baha’u’llah’s stay in the Garden of Ridvan in 1863, the King of Festivals; Baha’i institutions are elected during it.Baha’i World Centre, computedDetails →Easter seasonThe fifty days from Easter Sunday to Pentecost (Eastertide).USCCB liturgical year, computedDetails →Gahambar Maidyozarem (mid-spring)The first of the six five-day seasonal feasts (Gahambars), in the Fasli calendar.avesta.org Zoroastrian calendars, computedDetails →
Coming upMay 2030
BeltaneCross-quarter fire festival at the start of summer. Northern Hemisphere dates.Wheel of the Year, computedDetails →1150th anniversary: The Nea Ekklesia church in Constantinople, on which many later cross-in-square...In 880, The Nea Ekklesia church in Constantinople, on which many later cross-in-square Eastern Orthodox churches were based, was consecrated.WikipediaDetails →1725th anniversary: Diocletian and Maximian retired as co-rulers of the Roman Empire, being...In 305, Diocletian and Maximian retired as co-rulers of the Roman Empire, being succeeded by Galerius and Constantius Chlorus.WikipediaDetails →Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthAsian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, observed across the US.Library of Congress and partners, computedDetails →International Workers' Day (Ethiopia)EthiopiaA public holiday in Ethiopia.Nager.DateDetails →Labour Day (Philippines)PhilippinesA public holiday in the Philippines, known locally as Araw ng Paggawa.Nager.DateDetails →May Day (Finland)FinlandA public holiday in Finland, known locally as Vappu.Nager.DateDetails →National Holiday (Austria)AustriaA public holiday in Austria, known locally as Staatsfeiertag.Nager.DateDetails →Workers' Day (South Africa)South AfricaA public holiday in South Africa.Nager.DateDetails →Twelfth Day of RidvanThe last day of the Festival of Ridvan. Begins at sunset the evening before.Baha’i World Centre, computedDetails →Vesak, the Day of the Full MoonA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →New moonThe Moon is between Earth and the Sun; darkest nights for stargazing.NASA, computedDetails →World Tuna DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →World Press Freedom DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Constitution Day (Poland)PolandA public holiday in Poland, known locally as Święto Konstytucji 3 Maja.Nager.DateDetails →Constitution Memorial Day (Japan)JapanA public holiday in Japan.Nager.DateDetails →175th anniversary: A group of American mercenaries led by William Walker set sail from San...In 1855, A group of American mercenaries led by William Walker set sail from San Francisco to conquer Nicaragua.WikipediaDetails →Islamic New Year 1452 AHThe first day of Muharram. 1/1/1452 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting and can differ...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →Greenery Day (Japan)JapanA public holiday in Japan.Nager.DateDetails →50th anniversary: The British Special Air Service recaptured the Iranian embassy in London...In 1980, The British Special Air Service recaptured the Iranian embassy in London following a six-day siege after Iranian Arab separatists had seized it.WikipediaDetails →Ethiopian Patriots' Victory Day (Ethiopia)EthiopiaA public holiday in Ethiopia.Nager.DateDetails →Labour Day (Egypt)EgyptA public holiday in Egypt.Nager.DateDetails →Akshaya TritiyaAn auspicious day for new beginnings and buying gold; for Jains, the end of Rishabhanatha’s year-long fast. Vaishakha, Shukla 3. Regional dates can differ...Wikipedia, computedDetails →Cinco de MayoCommemorates the Mexican victory at Puebla, 1862; widely celebrated in the US.Wikipedia, computedDetails →World Portuguese Language DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Eta Aquariids meteor shower peakUp to about 50 meteors an hour under a dark sky at the peak (IMO zenithal hourly rate); best after midnight.International Meteor Organization, computedDetails →100th anniversary: Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson purchased the Kent property...In 1930, Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson purchased the Kent property they would transform into Sissinghurst Castle Garden.WikipediaDetails →Children's Day (South Korea)South KoreaA public holiday in South Korea.Nager.DateDetails →Early May Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)United KingdomA public holiday in the United Kingdom.Nager.DateDetails →May Day (Ireland)IrelandA public holiday in Ireland, known locally as Lá Bealtaine.Nager.DateDetails →100th anniversary: An earthquake struck northwestern Iran and southeastern TurkeyIn 1930, An earthquake struck northwestern Iran and southeastern Turkey, killing up to 3,000 people.WikipediaDetails →RadonitsaThe Tuesday after Thomas Sunday, when Russian and Ukrainian Orthodox visit family graves.Orthodox Church in America, computedDetails →Yom HaZikaron (Israel’s Memorial Day)Israel’s day of remembrance for fallen soldiers and victims of terror, the day before Independence Day. Begins at sundown on Mon, May 6, 2030.Hebcal, computedDetails →Liberation Day (Czechia)CzechiaA public holiday in Czechia, known locally as Den vítězství.Nager.DateDetails →Victory day over Nazism in World War II (Ukraine)UkraineA public holiday in Ukraine.Nager.DateDetails →Victory in Europe Day (France)FranceA public holiday in France, known locally as Victoire 1945.Nager.DateDetails →Yom HaAtzma’ut (Israel Independence Day)Israel’s Independence Day. Begins at sundown on Tue, May 7, 2030.Hebcal, computedDetails →Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World WarA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Buddha’s Birthday (East Asia)Observed in China, Korea (Bucheonnim Osin Nal), Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau on the 8th day of the 4th lunar month. Day 8 of lunar month 4.Hong Kong Observatory, computedDetails →50th anniversary: Part of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida collapsed after a pier was struck...In 1980, Part of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida collapsed after a pier was struck by MV Summit Venture, killing 35 people.WikipediaDetails →Buddha's Birthday (South Korea)South KoreaA public holiday in South Korea.Nager.DateDetails →Victory Day (Russia)RussiaA public holiday in Russia.Nager.DateDetails →25th anniversary: Pope Benedict XVI began the beatification process for his predecessor Pope John...In 2005, Pope Benedict XVI began the beatification process for his predecessor Pope John Paul II, waiving the standard five years required after the nominee's...WikipediaDetails →World Migratory Bird DayA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →First quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waxing).NASA, computedDetails →25th anniversary: Vladimir Arutyunian attempted to assassinate U.S. president George W. Bush and...In 2005, Vladimir Arutyunian attempted to assassinate U.S. president George W. Bush and Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili in Tbilisi using a hand grenade,...WikipediaDetails →International Day of ArganiaA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Minnesota fishing openerMinnesota watersFishing opener, Minnesota waters.Minnesota DNRDetails →Take a Mom Fishing WeekendStatewideThe season runs through May 12, 2030, statewide.Minnesota DNRDetails →150th anniversary: A land dispute between the Southern Pacific Railroad and settlers in Hanford,...In 1880, A land dispute between the Southern Pacific Railroad and settlers in Hanford, California, turned deadly when a gun battle broke out, leaving seven dead.WikipediaDetails →Mother’s Day (US)The second Sunday in May.US Code, computedDetails →International Day of Plant HealthA United Nations international day.United NationsDetails →Day of AshuraThe tenth of Muharram: a fast day for Sunni Muslims and the day Shia Muslims mourn the martyrdom of Husayn at Karbala. 1/10/1452 AH in the Umm al-Qura...Umm al-Qura calendar, computedDetails →Jupiter at oppositionJupiter is opposite the Sun: up all night and at its brightest for the year.Astronomy Engine, computedDetails →25th anniversary: Uzbek Interior Ministry and State Security Service troops fired at protesters...In 2005, Uzbek Interior Ministry and State Security Service troops fired at protesters in Andijan, killing between 187 and 1,500 people.WikipediaDetails →Stevie Wonder, born 1950 (80 years)American singer-songwriter, pianist, and producer.WikipediaDetails →50th anniversary: Salvadoran Civil War: Refugees trying to flee El Salvador across the Sumpul...In 1980, Salvadoran Civil War: Refugees trying to flee El Salvador across the Sumpul River to Honduras were attacked by both Salvadoran and Honduran forces,...WikipediaDetails →
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| Apr 19Friin 3 years | Counting of the OmerThe 49 days counted from the second night of Passover to Shavuot. Begins at sundown on Thu, April 18, 2030.Religion · Judaism · to Jun 6 · Hebcal | – | annual | HebcalComputed (rule) |
| Apr 20Satin 3 years | Festival of RidvanThe twelve days of Baha’u’llah’s stay in the Garden of Ridvan in 1863, the King of Festivals; Baha’i institutions are elected during it.Religion · Baha’i · to May 1 · Baha’i World Centre | – | annual | Baha’i World CentreComputed (rule) |
| Apr 21Sunin 3 years | Easter seasonThe fifty days from Easter Sunday to Pentecost (Eastertide).Religion · Catholic · to Jun 9 · USCCB liturgical year | – | annual | USCCB liturgical yearComputed (rule) |
| Apr 30Tuein 3 years | Gahambar Maidyozarem (mid-spring)The first of the six five-day seasonal feasts (Gahambars), in the Fasli calendar.Religion · Zoroastrianism · to May 4 · avesta.org Zoroastrian calendars | – | annual | avesta.org Zoroastrian calendarsComputed (rule) |
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| May 1Wedin 3 years | BeltaneCross-quarter fire festival at the start of summer. Northern Hemisphere dates.Religion · Pagan and Wiccan · Wheel of the Year | – | annual | Wheel of the YearComputed (rule) |
| 1150th anniversary: The Nea Ekklesia church in Constantinople, on which many later cross-in-square...In 880, The Nea Ekklesia church in Constantinople, on which many later cross-in-square Eastern Orthodox churches were based, was consecrated.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| 1725th anniversary: Diocletian and Maximian retired as co-rulers of the Roman Empire, being...In 305, Diocletian and Maximian retired as co-rulers of the Roman Empire, being succeeded by Galerius and Constantius Chlorus.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthAsian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, observed across the US.Observances · Heritage months · to May 31 · Library of Congress and partners | – | annual | Library of Congress and partnersComputed (rule) | |
| International Workers' Day (Ethiopia)A public holiday in Ethiopia.Holidays · Ethiopia · Ethiopia · Nager.Date | Ethiopia | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Labour Day (Philippines)A public holiday in the Philippines, known locally as Araw ng Paggawa.Holidays · Philippines · Philippines · Nager.Date | Philippines | annual | Nager.Date | |
| May Day (Finland)A public holiday in Finland, known locally as Vappu.Holidays · Finland · Finland · Nager.Date | Finland | annual | Nager.Date | |
| National Holiday (Austria)A public holiday in Austria, known locally as Staatsfeiertag.Holidays · Austria · Austria · Nager.Date | Austria | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Workers' Day (South Africa)A public holiday in South Africa.Holidays · South Africa · South Africa · Nager.Date | South Africa | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Twelfth Day of RidvanThe last day of the Festival of Ridvan. Begins at sunset the evening before.Religion · Baha’i · Baha’i World Centre | – | annual | Baha’i World CentreComputed (rule) | |
| Vesak, the Day of the Full MoonA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 2Thuin 3 years | New moonThe Moon is between Earth and the Sun; darkest nights for stargazing.Sky · Moon phases · 9:12 am CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) |
| World Tuna DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 3Friin 3 years | World Press Freedom DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations |
| Constitution Day (Poland)A public holiday in Poland, known locally as Święto Konstytucji 3 Maja.Holidays · Poland · Poland · Nager.Date | Poland | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Constitution Memorial Day (Japan)A public holiday in Japan.Holidays · Japan · Japan · Nager.Date | Japan | annual | Nager.Date | |
| 175th anniversary: A group of American mercenaries led by William Walker set sail from San...In 1855, A group of American mercenaries led by William Walker set sail from San Francisco to conquer Nicaragua.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| May 4Satin 3 years | Islamic New Year 1452 AHTentativeThe first day of Muharram. 1/1/1452 AH in the Umm al-Qura calendar. Begins the evening before; the actual date depends on local moon sighting and can differ...Religion · Islam · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) |
| Greenery Day (Japan)A public holiday in Japan.Holidays · Japan · Japan · Nager.Date | Japan | annual | Nager.Date | |
| May 5Sunin 3 years | 50th anniversary: The British Special Air Service recaptured the Iranian embassy in London...In 1980, The British Special Air Service recaptured the Iranian embassy in London following a six-day siege after Iranian Arab separatists had seized it.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| Ethiopian Patriots' Victory Day (Ethiopia)A public holiday in Ethiopia.Holidays · Ethiopia · Ethiopia · Nager.Date | Ethiopia | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Labour Day (Egypt)A public holiday in Egypt.Holidays · Egypt · Egypt · Nager.Date | Egypt | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Akshaya TritiyaTentativeAn auspicious day for new beginnings and buying gold; for Jains, the end of Rishabhanatha’s year-long fast. Vaishakha, Shukla 3. Regional dates can differ...Religion · Hinduism · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| Cinco de MayoCommemorates the Mexican victory at Puebla, 1862; widely celebrated in the US.Observances · Days · Wikipedia | – | annual | WikipediaComputed (rule) | |
| World Portuguese Language DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 6Monin 3 years | Eta Aquariids meteor shower peakUp to about 50 meteors an hour under a dark sky at the peak (IMO zenithal hourly rate); best after midnight.Sky · Meteor showers · International Meteor Organization | – | annual | International Meteor OrganizationComputed (rule) |
| 100th anniversary: Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson purchased the Kent property...In 1930, Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson purchased the Kent property they would transform into Sissinghurst Castle Garden.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Children's Day (South Korea)A public holiday in South Korea.Holidays · South Korea · South Korea · Nager.Date | South Korea | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Early May Bank Holiday (United Kingdom)A public holiday in the United Kingdom.Holidays · United Kingdom · United Kingdom · Nager.Date | United Kingdom | annual | Nager.Date | |
| May Day (Ireland)A public holiday in Ireland, known locally as Lá Bealtaine.Holidays · Ireland · Ireland · Nager.Date | Ireland | annual | Nager.Date | |
| May 7Tuein 3 years | 100th anniversary: An earthquake struck northwestern Iran and southeastern TurkeyIn 1930, An earthquake struck northwestern Iran and southeastern Turkey, killing up to 3,000 people.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |
| RadonitsaThe Tuesday after Thomas Sunday, when Russian and Ukrainian Orthodox visit family graves.Religion · Eastern Orthodox · Orthodox Church in America | – | annual | Orthodox Church in AmericaComputed (rule) | |
| Yom HaZikaron (Israel’s Memorial Day)Israel’s day of remembrance for fallen soldiers and victims of terror, the day before Independence Day. Begins at sundown on Mon, May 6, 2030.Religion · Judaism · Hebcal | – | annual | HebcalComputed (rule) | |
| May 8Wedin 3 years | Liberation Day (Czechia)A public holiday in Czechia, known locally as Den vítězství.Holidays · Czechia · Czechia · Nager.Date | Czechia | annual | Nager.Date |
| Victory day over Nazism in World War II (Ukraine)A public holiday in Ukraine.Holidays · Ukraine · Ukraine · Nager.Date | Ukraine | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Victory in Europe Day (France)A public holiday in France, known locally as Victoire 1945.Holidays · France · France · Nager.Date | France | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Yom HaAtzma’ut (Israel Independence Day)Israel’s Independence Day. Begins at sundown on Tue, May 7, 2030.Religion · Judaism · Hebcal | – | annual | HebcalComputed (rule) | |
| Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation for Those Who Lost Their Lives During the Second World WarA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 9Thuin 3 years | Buddha’s Birthday (East Asia)Observed in China, Korea (Bucheonnim Osin Nal), Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau on the 8th day of the 4th lunar month. Day 8 of lunar month 4.Religion · Buddhism · Hong Kong Observatory | – | annual | Hong Kong ObservatoryComputed (rule) |
| 50th anniversary: Part of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida collapsed after a pier was struck...In 1980, Part of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Florida collapsed after a pier was struck by MV Summit Venture, killing 35 people.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Buddha's Birthday (South Korea)A public holiday in South Korea.Holidays · South Korea · South Korea · Nager.Date | South Korea | annual | Nager.Date | |
| Victory Day (Russia)A public holiday in Russia.Holidays · Russia · Russia · Nager.Date | Russia | annual | Nager.Date | |
| 25th anniversary: Pope Benedict XVI began the beatification process for his predecessor Pope John...In 2005, Pope Benedict XVI began the beatification process for his predecessor Pope John Paul II, waiving the standard five years required after the nominee's...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| World Migratory Bird DayA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 10Friin 3 years | First quarter moonThe Moon is half lit (waxing).Sky · Moon phases · 12:12 pm CT · NASA | – | monthly | NASAComputed (rule) |
| 25th anniversary: Vladimir Arutyunian attempted to assassinate U.S. president George W. Bush and...In 2005, Vladimir Arutyunian attempted to assassinate U.S. president George W. Bush and Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili in Tbilisi using a hand grenade,...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| International Day of ArganiaA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 11Satin 3 years | Minnesota fishing openerFishing opener, Minnesota waters.Outdoors · Fishing · Minnesota waters · Minnesota DNR | Minnesota waters | annual | Minnesota DNR |
| Take a Mom Fishing WeekendThe season runs through May 12, 2030, statewide.Outdoors · Fishing · to May 12 · Statewide · Minnesota DNR | Statewide | annual | Minnesota DNR | |
| 150th anniversary: A land dispute between the Southern Pacific Railroad and settlers in Hanford,...In 1880, A land dispute between the Southern Pacific Railroad and settlers in Hanford, California, turned deadly when a gun battle broke out, leaving seven dead.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| May 12Sunin 3 years | Mother’s Day (US)The second Sunday in May.Observances · Days · US Code | – | annual | US CodeComputed (rule) |
| International Day of Plant HealthA United Nations international day.Observances · UN international days · United Nations | – | annual | United Nations | |
| May 13Monin 3 years | Day of AshuraTentativeThe tenth of Muharram: a fast day for Sunni Muslims and the day Shia Muslims mourn the martyrdom of Husayn at Karbala. 1/10/1452 AH in the Umm al-Qura...Religion · Islam · Umm al-Qura calendar | – | annual | Umm al-Qura calendarComputed (rule) |
| Jupiter at oppositionJupiter is opposite the Sun: up all night and at its brightest for the year.Sky · Planets · Astronomy Engine | – | about yearly | Astronomy EngineComputed (rule) | |
| 25th anniversary: Uzbek Interior Ministry and State Security Service troops fired at protesters...In 2005, Uzbek Interior Ministry and State Security Service troops fired at protesters in Andijan, killing between 187 and 1,500 people.History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| Stevie Wonder, born 1950 (80 years)American singer-songwriter, pianist, and producer.People · Birth anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia | |
| May 14Tuein 3 years | 50th anniversary: Salvadoran Civil War: Refugees trying to flee El Salvador across the Sumpul...In 1980, Salvadoran Civil War: Refugees trying to flee El Salvador across the Sumpul River to Honduras were attacked by both Salvadoran and Honduran forces,...History · Anniversaries · Wikipedia | – | annual | Wikipedia |