April (derived from the Latin word 'Aperire' meaning 'to open') marks the onset of summer, much like flowers and greenery. With elevated temperatures and numerous significant holidays, what are the notable dates in April 2022? What are the meanings behind each day, and what are the common celebratory activities? Discover the answers by reading the article below, brought to you by Mytour.
April Celebrations: Exploring the Holidays in April 2022
1. Public Holidays in April 2022 in Vietnam.
1.1. What dates are notable in the April solar calendar?
1.2. What festive days does the April lunar calendar of 2022 have?
2. Global Holidays in April 2022.
1. Public Holidays in April 2022 in Vietnam
Due to the use of both solar and lunar calendars, the holidays in April are diverse, encompassing various types of days off, including the following:
1.1. What dates are notable in the April solar calendar?
In the Gregorian calendar, April in Vietnam is marked by significant holidays such as the Vietnam Book Day (April 21) and April 30th (Liberation Day, reunification of the country).
Notably, April 3rd and April 10th in the solar calendar coincide with March 3rd (Hàn thực festival) and March 10th in the lunar calendar (commemoration of Hùng Vương, the nation's founding father). These are traditional days for people nationwide to offer tributes to Buddha, ancestors, and the Hùng Kings.
According to the labor law, on March 10th in the lunar calendar and April 30th in the solar calendar, workers across the country are entitled to days off with full pay. In 2022, it is anticipated that the commemoration of Hùng Vương will result in a 3-day holiday, and the April 30th - May 1st holiday period will be 4 days long, bringing the total number of holidays in April to 7 days.
- Explore further: What day is April 30th - May 1st, 2022? How many days off?
1.2. What festive days does the April lunar calendar of 2022 have?
In April, Vietnam observes Buddha's Birthday (April 15 in the lunar calendar). Recognized by the United Nations as a cultural and spiritual festival, this day is celebrated solemnly by the Vietnamese Buddhist Church to commemorate the birth of Lord Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama. Buddha's Birthday is considered a significant cultural and spiritual event globally.
What is April 15th? Explore the holidays in April 2022 in the lunar calendar
2. Global Holidays in April 2022
Not only in Vietnam, but also internationally, the days in the April solar calendar are utilized by various global organizations to commemorate diverse events. Specifically:
- April Fools' Day: Falls on Friday, April 1st. On this day, people can freely engage in playful deception, bringing joyous laughter without fear of retribution.
- World Autism Awareness Day, observed on Saturday, April 2nd in the solar calendar: This day, chosen by the United Nations, is dedicated to educating and increasing community awareness about autism spectrum disorder.
- International Day of Sport for Development and Peace falls on Wednesday, April 6th: Adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014, this day highlights the contributions of sports to millennium development goals and encourages global citizens to share messages of peace, positively influencing societal change.
- World Health Day (or World Medical Day), falls on Thursday, April 7th: This day is organized under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO) to draw global attention to overall health. Each year, WHO selects a significant theme for discussion.
- Black Valentine's Day 2022 falls on Thursday, April 14th: This is considered a day for those who are Forever Alone (FA), still single, to gather and share the joys and sorrows of single life due to not finding a suitable partner.
- April 22nd - Earth Day: This day is organized to enhance awareness and value of Earth's natural environment with humans. Earth Day is celebrated in over 192 countries annually and is directly coordinated by the Earth Day Network.
- World Book and Copyright Day, Saturday, April 23rd: This day of celebration was first organized by UNESCO in 1995 to promote reading, book publishing, and authors' rights.
Here, Mytour has provided you with details of the holidays in April 2022 in the solar and lunar calendars in Vietnam and around the world. Read and refer to grasp the April holidays set by the state, your organization, or unit for the best preparation. Wishing you all a delightful holiday season.