Special Holiday & Calendar Events and Happenings in 2025
As we enter 2025, we are reminded of the rapid pace of change and the resilience of the human spirit.
This year is an opportunity to celebrate our achievements, learn from our past, and continue working towards a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous future. Technological innovation, cultural celebrations, and global cooperation, 2025 promises to be a year of progress and possibility.
The year 2025 marks a significant milestone as it represents a quarter-century since the dawn of the new millennium. This year carries with it the weight of reflecting on the progress made over the past 25 years while looking forward to the future with optimism and anticipation.
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In numerology, 2025 is represented by the number 9. This means it has the energies as a year of completion, humanitarian efforts, wisdom, and global awareness. It encourages reflection, letting go of the past, and preparing for a new cycle.
Special Happenings in 2025
- International Happenings
- Historical Events & Anniversaries
- Pop Culture & Fandom Events & Anniversaries
- Sporting Events
- Entertainment Events
- Fashion Events
- Space & Astronomical Events
International Happenings
Several significant events and happenings will take place in 2025, marking it as a year of celebration and reflection. Here are a few highlights:
World Expo 2025: Held in Osaka, Japan, World Expo 2025 will bring together countries from around the globe to showcase innovations and cultural achievements under the theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives." This event will emphasize sustainability, technology, and collaboration, offering a glimpse into the future of human society.
The World Games 2025 (Chengdu, China): Taking place from August 7-17, this multi-sport event will feature over 60 disciplines, including new sports like cheerleading, para dance, and powerboating.
International Year of Plant Health: The United Nations has declared 2025 as the International Year of Plant Health. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of plant health in addressing global hunger, poverty, and environmental challenges.See more UN observances - click here.
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting – Davos, Switzerland (January 2025): This event gathers global leaders in business, politics, and civil society to discuss economic and social issues shaping the future
United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) – Brazil (November 2025): A key event for tackling global environmental issues, where world leaders, businesses, and NGOs discuss strategies to combat climate change
2025 to be commemorated as “Year of Peace” to mark Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday
Chinese New Year 2025
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, will be celebrated on January 29, 2025. This marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese zodiac. The Snake is associated with wisdom, intuition, and transformation, and the year is expected to bring these qualities to the forefront. Celebrations will include family reunions, traditional feasts, dragon and lion dances, and the giving of red envelopes filled with money for good luck.
Chinese New Year is celebrated by approximately 20% of the world and is one of the most celebrated holidays for China and Chinese people. It begins officially on the eve of the New Year and is celebrated as a 7 day public holiday in China.
Historical Milestone Events, Anniversaries, Births, Deaths in 2025
Historical People
Elvis Presley – On January 8, 2025, the world will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the birth of Elvis Presley, one of the most iconic figures in music history
Bob Marley – February 6, 2025marks the 80th anniversary of the birth of reggae legend Bob Marley
B.B. King, American singer/songwriter- September 16, 100th year anniversary of birth.
Malcolm X - May 19, 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of his birth. African-American Muslim leader and human rights activist.
75th anniversary of the death of George Orwell (January 21), British novelist, journalist and critic, known for his novels Animal Farm and 1984
250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, British novelist
20th Anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s Death (April 2, 2025) - The world will mark 20 years since the death of Pope John Paul II, one of the most influential religious figures of the 20th century
80th Anniversary of the Death of Adolf Hitler (April 30, 2025) - The death of Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler marks a significant event in 20th-century history
Historical Places
- 60th anniversary of the Mont Blanc tunnel (July 16 inaguration, July 19 opened to traffic) in the Alps that connects France and Italy.
- 125 year anniversary of the Paris Metro opening
- 60 years ago on September 9, Tibet became an autonomous region of China
Historical Events & Happenings
- 90th Anniversary of Amelia Earhart beoming the first person to make a solo flight from Hawaii to California (January 11)
- 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II (May 8, 2025) - This year marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day, the day celebrating the end of the war in Europe
- U.S. Navy and Marine Corps’ 250th birthday
- 80th anniversary(November 16) of the founding of UNESCO (United Nations Educations, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
- 20 years ago, Angela Merkel became Germany's first female chancellor.
Arts & Culture
Opening in 2025
In 2025, several exciting new openings and major developments are set to happen across various sectors:
Theme Park & Attraction Openings
- Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its Epic Universe park on May 22, 2025, featuring worlds based on Super Nintendo, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Dark Universe
- Universal Stella Nova Resort will also open on January 21, 2025, offering a celestial-themed experience with 750 rooms
- Walt Disney World is preparing for major transformations, including a Test Track makeover and a new Spaceship Earth Lounge at EPCOT
- OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark in Oklahoma City, a $400 million tourist destination, will open in Spring 2025. The resort will feature a riverfront hotel, an adventure lagoon, an indoor waterpark, and multiple dining options
Cultural and Entertainment Venues:
- Disney is set to debut new shows and experiences like a villain-themed stage show in Hollywood Studios and a Magic Kingdom Nighttime Parade starting in summer 2025
Film Events
- Cannes Film Festival – Cannes, France (May 2025): One of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, the Cannes Film Festival attracts the best filmmakers and actors from around the world, celebrating cinema and the arts
Art Events
- Venice Biennale – Venice, Italy (May-November 2025): This prestigious cultural event will showcase contemporary art, architecture, dance, music, and theater from artists globally
Pop Culture Anniversaries in 2025
2025 Movie Anniversaries
- Back to the Future - 40th
- Pretty Woman - 35th
- Clueless - 30th
2025 Disney Milestone Anniversaries
- Disney+ Celebrates Five Years of Streaming in 2025
- February 3-The Three Caballeros- 80th anniversary
- February 11-Pooh's Heffalump Movie- 20th anniversary
- February 15-Pete- 100th birthday
- February 23-Pinocchio- 85th anniversary
- March 4-Cinderella -75th anniversary
- March 6-Onward -5th anniversary
- March 30-Star vs. the Forces of Evil- 10th anniversary
- May 1-Avengers: Age of Ultron- 10th anniversary
- May 9-Kermit the Frog- 70th birthday
- May 19-Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith(20th Century Studios and Lucasfilm) - 20th anniversary
- May 21-The Empire Strikes Back(20th Century Studios and Lucasfilm) - 45th anniversary
- May 26-Industrial Light & Magic- 50th anniversary
- May 27-Melody Time- 77th anniversary
- May 31-20th Century Studios- 90th anniversary
- June 7-Daisy Duck- 85th birthday
- June 15-ABC News- 80th anniversary
- June 17-The Buzz on Maggie- 20th anniversary
- June 18-Toy Story 3-15th anniversary
- June 16-Lady and the Tramp- 70th anniversary
- June 19-Inside Out- 10th anniversary
- July 17 - Disneyland- 70th anniversary
- July 17 - Ant-Man- 10th anniversary
- July 24-The Black Cauldron- 40th anniversary
- September 5-Pluto- 95th birthday
- October 3-Mickey Mouse Club- 70th anniversary
- November 4-Chicken Little- 20th anniversary
- November 13-Fantasia- 85th anniversary
- November 22-Toy Story- 30th anniversary
- November 24-Tangled-15th anniversary
- November 25-The Good Dinosaur- 10th anniversary
- December 18-Star Wars: The Force Awakens(Lucasfilm) - 10th anniversary
- December 20-Captain America- 85th birthday
- December 24-The Aristocats- 55th anniversary
- December 25-Soul- 5th anniversary
Celebrate Daily
There are moredaily holidays and observances in 2025than ever before in history. Every day we have a reason to celebrate something in our society. Don't miss your favorite daily fun holiday in 2025.
Sporting Events in 2025
The top 10 major world sports events thatTopEndSports.comsays you shouldn't miss in 2025 include World Urban Games, Cycling World Championships, Cricket World Cup, Rugby World Cup, World Aquatics Championships, Women's World Cup, Ryder Cup, Gay Games, World Beach Games, World Baseball Classic.
Football (American)
- Rose Bowl: Janiuary 1, 2025, Pasadena, CA
- College Football Playoff National Championship:January 20, 2025, Atlanta Georgia
- Super Bowl LIX:February 9, 2025, New Orleans, Louisiana
Football (Soccer) Tournaments:
- FIFA Club World Cup 2025: June 15 – July 13, 2025, US
- UEFA Women’s Euro 2025: July 2 – July 27, 2025, Switzerland
- Copa América Femenina 2025:July 12 – August 2, 2025
- European Under-21 Championship: Summer 2025 (specific dates TBA)
- African Cup of Nations (AFCON): January 21 - February 8, 2025, Morocco
- UEFA Champions League Final: Expected in late May or early June 2025.
- UEFA Europa League and Conference League Finals: Around the same period as the Champions League final.
Rugby
- Rugby League World Cup - The 2025 Rugby League World Cup will be hosted by the United Kingdom, with matches in England and Wale
- Six Nations Championship: January 31 to March 15, 2025
- Women's Rugby World Cup: August 22 to September 27, 2025 across eight venues in England, including Twickenham, Bristol, and Manchester.
- Rugby Championship: A Southern Hemisphere competition involving New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and Argentina, expected to take place mid-year, though exact 2025 dates are pending confirmation.
- European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) Finals: The Champions Cup and Challenge Cup Finals are typically held in May, showcasing the best European club teams. Venue and dates for 2025 will likely follow soon.
Basketball, Netball2025 Events
NBA Events
- NBA All-Star Weekend: February 14–16, 2025,Chase Center, San Francisco, California
- NBA Regular Season: Continues from October 2024 through April 2025, followed by the NBA Playoffs in May 2025 and the NBA Finals in June 2025.
- WNBA Season:The Women’s National Basketball Association's 2025 season typically runs from May to September, including playoffs.
FIBA Events
- FIBA AmeriCup 2025: Scheduled to take place in Managua, Nicaragua, with the qualifiers concluding in February 2025
- FIBA Europe Cup: Runs throughout the year, culminating in its finals in spring 2025
- Olympic Qualifying Tournaments (Basketball): Ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics, final tournaments are scheduled for early 2025 to determine remaining teams
Other
- Netball World Cup (Netball, South Africa) - July - August, 2025
Swimming and Aquatic Events
- World Aquatics Championships: July 11 – August 3, 2025, Singapore. This championship will feature swimming, diving, artistic swimming, water polo, open water swimming, and high diving.
- World Aquatics Masters Championships: August 2025 (following the main championships), Singapore. This event features competitive and recreational athletes in swimming, diving, water polo, and more
- Para World Swimming Championships: Likely in late August or early September 2025, Singapore. A key international event for para-athletes, following the World Aquatics Championships
- European Junior Swimming Championships: To be confirmed, usually held in July. This is a major competition for young European swimmers preparing for senior-level international meets.
- USA Swimming National Championships:Typically held in late July or early August. Features top American swimmers competing for national titles and qualification for international meets like the World Championships.
- TYR Pro Swim Series: Series runs from January through May. Multiple cities, including major aquatics centers like Indianapolis, Mission Viejo, and Knoxville. A premier domestic competition featuring elite U.S. and international swimmers.
- 2025 Open Water National Championships: Spring or early summer. California. Determines the U.S. team for the FINA Open Water Swimming Series and other global competitions.
- 2025 Pan American Masters Championships: Mid-year (specific dates TBD). Likely hosted at a large aquatics venue such as in Florida or California. Open to Masters swimmers and includes swimming, water polo, and diving events.
- Junior Nationals: August. Rotates annually among U.S. cities
Marathons,Cycling2025 Events
Abbott World Marathon Majors (six major global marathons):
- Tokyo Marathon - March 1, 2025
- Boston Marathon - April 21, 2025
- London Marathon - April 27, 2025
- Berlin Marathon - Late September 2025
- Chicago Marathon - October 2025 (Columbus Day weekend)
- New York City Marathon - November 2, 2025
Other International Marathons:
- Los Angeles Marathon - March 16, 2025
- Paris Marathon - April 13, 2025
- Rotterdam Marathon - April 13, 2025
- Athens Marathon - November 2025
- Walt Disney World Marathon - January 12, 2025
- Valencia Marathon - December 2025
Major Cycling Events:
- Tour de France - Typically runs in July, dates TBA for 2025.
- Giro d’Italia - Traditionally held in May, dates TBA.
- Vuelta a España - Held in August/September, dates TBA.
- UCI Road World Championships - Late summer, dates and location TBA
Golf 2025 Events
PGA Tour Highlights
- The Sentry Tournament of Champions: January 2–5, Kapalua, Hawaii.
- The Masters Tournament: April 10–13, Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia.
- PGA Championship: May 15–18, Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, North Carolina.
- U.S. Open: June 12–15, Oakmont Country Club, Pennsylvania.
- The Open Championship: July 17–20, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland.
- FedExCup Playoffs:
- FedEx St. Jude Championship: August 14–17, Memphis, Tennessee.
- BMW Championship: August 21–24, Chicago, Illinois.
- Tour Championship: August 28–31, Atlanta, Georgia.
LPGA Tour Highlights
- Chevron Championship: April, The Woodlands, Texas.
- U.S. Women’s Open: May, Lancaster Country Club, Pennsylvania.
- AIG Women’s Open: August 14–17, Walton Heath Golf Club, England.
DP World Tour (European Tour) Highlights
- Hero Dubai Desert Classic: January 16–19, Emirates Golf Club, Dubai, UAE.
- The 153rd Open: July 17–20, Royal Portrush Golf Club.
- Ryder Cup: September 26–28, Bethpage Black, New York.
Other Tournaments
- Zurich Classic of New Orleans: April 24–27, Louisiana, USA.
- Genesis Scottish Open: July 10–13, North Berwick, Scotland.
- Alfred Dunhill Links Championship: October, St. Andrews, Scotland.
Tennis 2025 Events
Grand Slam Tournaments
- Australian Open: January 12–26 in Melbourne, Australia (Hard Court).
- French Open (Roland-Garros): May 25–June 8 in Paris, France (Clay Court).
- Wimbledon: June 30–July 13 in London, UK (Grass Court).
- US Open: August 25–September 7 in New York City, USA (Hard Court)
Other Sporting Events in 2025
- World Games 2025: Held in Chengdu, China, from July 7–17, this multi-sport event will showcase a wide range of sports, including many non-Olympic disciplines
- Invictus Games 2025: February 8-16, 2025 inVancouver Whistler, Canada.This global sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.
- U.S. Gymnastics Championships:June 16 -21,2025
- World Athletics Championships (Tokyo) - Sept 13 - 21, 2025
- Cricket World Cup (Pakistan):February 19 - March 9, 2025
- MLB World Series (Baseball):TBA, SeasonMarch 18 – September 28, 2025
- Stanley Cup Finals (Ice Hockey):June, 2025
Horse Racing 2025 Events
- Dubai World Cup:April 5, 2025, at Meydan
- Grand National:April 5, 2025, Liverpool, England
- Kentucky Derby: May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs, Louisville, USA. The iconic "Run for the Roses" remains one of the most prestigious races globally.
- Preakness Stakes: May 17, 2025, at Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore, USA.
- Boodles May Festival: May 7-9, 2025, at Chester Racecourse, Chester, UK. Known for its heritage and vibrant social scene
- Preakness Stakes:May 17, 2025(always held on the third Saturday of May), Baltimorem Maryland, US
- Belmont Stakes:June 7, 2025, Saratoga Springs, New York, US
- Epsom Derby: June 6-7, 2025, at Epsom Downs, England, the original Derby race.
- Royal Ascot: June 17-21, 2025, at Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, UK, featuring a week of elite flat racing and royal appearances.
- Qatar Goodwood Festival: July 29 - August 2, 2025, in Chichester, UK, known as "Glorious Goodwood," a highlight of the flat racing calendar
- Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe: October 5, 2025, at Longchamp, Paris, a celebrated European flat race.
- Breeders' Cup: November 7-8, 2025, at Del Mar Racetrack, California, USA, featuring top international competitors
- Melbourne Cup: November 4, 2025, at Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne. Known as "the race that stops a nation"
Motorsports / Auto Racing 2025 Events
Formula 1 2025 Grand Prix Calendar
The F1 season in 2025 features 24 races across five continents, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the championship:
- March 16 - Australia (Melbourne)
- March 23 - China (Shanghai)
- April 6 - Japan (Suzuka)
- April 13 - Bahrain (Sakhir)
- April 20 - Saudi Arabia (Jeddah)
- May 4 - Miami, USA (Miami Autodrome)
- May 18 - Emilia Romagna, Italy (Imola)
- May 25 - Monaco (Monaco)
- June 1 - Spain (Barcelona-Catalunya)
- June 15 - Canada (Montreal)
- June 29 - Austria (Red Bull Ring)
- July 6 - United Kingdom (Silverstone)
- July 27 - Belgium (Spa-Francorchamps)
- August 3 - Hungary (Budapest)
- August 31 - Netherlands (Zandvoort)
- September 7 - Italy (Monza)
- September 21 - Azerbaijan (Baku)
- October 5 - Singapore (Marina Bay)
- October 19 - Austin, USA (Circuit of the Americas)
- October 26 - Mexico City, Mexico
- November 9 - Brazil (São Paulo)
- November 22 - Las Vegas, USA
- November 30 - Qatar (Lusail)
- December 7 - Abu Dhabi (Yas Marina)
NASCAR 2025 Season
- Daytona 500- February 16, 2025 (Daytona International Speedway)
- Indianapolis 500 -May 25,2025(Memorial Day weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway)
See also:NASCAR Schedule 2025
Entertainment Events 2025
- Golden Globe Awards: January 12, 2025.
- Critics' Choice Awards: January 19, 2025.
- Directors Guild of America Awards (DGA): February 8, 2025.
- Producers Guild of America Awards (PGA): February 8, 2025.
- Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards: February 23, 2025.
- British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA): February 16, 2025.
- Oscars (Academy Awards): March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood
Major Film Festivals
- Cannes Film Festival (May 13–24): One of the most prestigious film festivals worldwide, showcasing global cinema across genres in Cannes, France
. - Venice Film Festival (August 28–September 7): Known for premiering Oscar contenders, held in Venice, Italy
. - Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) (September 5–15): A leading global platform for film debuts, held in Toronto, Canada
. - Cairo International Film Festival (November 13–22): Focused on Arab and international cinema in Cairo, Egypt
. - International Film Festival of India (IFFI) (November 20–30): A key event highlighting Indian and global cinema, held in Goa, India
Fashion Events 2025
Key Fashion Weeks
- New York Fashion Week (USA):
- Women's Fall/Winter collections: February 6–9, 2025.
- Women's Spring/Summer collections: September (specific dates TBD).
- London Fashion Week (UK):
- February and September dates to be announced, featuring avant-garde and sustainable fashion.
- Milan Fashion Week (Italy): February and September, showcasing Italian luxury and emerging talent.
- February for Fall/Winter 2025-26 collections.
- September for Spring/Summer 2026 collections.
- Paris Fashion Week (France): February/March and September/October, renowned for haute couture and ready-to-wear
- Haute Couture Spring/Summer: January 27–30, 2025.
- Women's Fall/Winter: March 3–11, 2025.
- Men's Spring/Summer: June 24–29, 2025.
- Haute Couture Fall/Winter: July 7–10, 2025.
- Women's Spring/Summer: September 29–October 7, 2025
- Buenos Aires Fashion Week (Argentina): March 6–10.
- Lisboa Fashion Week (Portugal): March 9–12.
- Dubai Fashion Week (UAE): March 10–15.
- Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo (Japan): March 13–18.
- Seoul Fashion Week (South Korea): March 15–19.
- Los Angeles Fashion Week (USA): March 24–26
- Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (Spain): April 19–23.
- Monte-Carlo Fashion Week (Monaco): May 23–27.
- Dominican Republic Fashion Week: August 23–27.
- Amsterdam Fashion Week (Netherlands): August 30–September 2.
- Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid (Spain): September 13–17
Space & Astronomical Events that will Occur in 2025
NASA's Artemis III Mission: In 2025, NASA aims to land the first woman and the next man on the Moon as part of the Artemis program. This historic mission will further human exploration and lay the groundwork for future missions to Mars, marking a significant step in space exploration.
Perihelion, when the earth passes closest to the sun, occurs in January approximately 2 weeks after the Winter Solstice.
Supermoons
These supermoons occur when the full moon coincides with the Moon being at or near its closest approach to Earth in its orbit (perigee), making the moon appear larger and brighter than usual. The differences in apparent size are subtle but can be appreciated when viewed near the horizon or through detailed observation
In 2025, three supermoons are scheduled to occur, making them notable events for moon enthusiasts. The dates for these supermoons are:
- October 7, 2025
- November 5, 2025
- December 4, 2025
Eclipse
An eclipse is an astronomical event where one celestial body is obscured by another, either blocking its light or casting a shadow upon it. There are two main types of eclipses observed from Earth, a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse.
- Total Lunar Eclipse: Visible on January 14 in many parts of the world.
- Total Solar Eclipse: Occurs on April 8, visible in parts of North America, including Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.
- Partial Lunar Eclipse: October 17-18, visible from parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Meteor Showers
Meteors, often referred to as "shooting stars," occur when meteoroids (small rocks or debris in space) enter Earth's atmosphere at high speeds. Friction with the atmosphere heats them up, causing them to glow brightly before disintegrating. If a meteoroid survives its journey through the atmosphere and lands on Earth, it is called a meteorite. Meteor showers, such as the Perseids or Geminids, happen when Earth passes through the debris trail of a comet or asteroid making them more brilliant.
- Quadrantids: Peaks January 3-4; known for bright meteors, up to 40 per hour.
- Lyrids: Peaks around April 21-22, producing about 20 meteors per hour.
- Eta Aquariids: Peaks May 5-6, associated with Halley's Comet; visible best in the Southern Hemisphere with up to 50 meteors per hour.
- Delta Aquariids: Peaks July 28-29, favoring Southern Hemisphere observers.
- Perseids: Peaks August 12-13; one of the year's most popular showers, producing up to 100 meteors per hour.
- Draconids: Peaks October 8-9, with fewer meteors but sometimes surprising bursts of activity.
- Orionids: Peaks October 21-22, associated with Halley's Comet, producing up to 20 meteors per hour.
- Taurids (Southern and Northern): Active throughout November, often producing fireballs.
- Leonids: Peaks November 17-18, famous for occasional storms, though 2025 isn't expected to bring one.
- Geminids: Peaks December 13-14; one of the most active showers, with up to 120 meteors per hour.
- Ursids: Peaks December 21-22; a quieter shower with about 10 meteors per hour.
Other
- Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS): At its brightest around January 13.
- Venus at Greatest Eastern Elongation: Best viewing on June 4.
- Summer Solstice: June 21, marking the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Historical People
- 10 years since the death of Nelson Mandela -December 5th
Mandela was the first president of South Africa and is often called Madiba- "The Father of the Nation", who advocated for peace and equality throughout hislife. - 50 years since the death of J. R. R. Tolkien, writer of The Lord of The Rings and The Hobbit - September 2nd
Tolkiencreated a whole new genre of fantasy writing, with a world rich with its own history, wizards and hobbits. - 50 years since the death of Pablo Picasso - April 8
Picasso is of the most prolific artists to have ever lived. He is known as a father of modern art andSpanish modern culture. - 60 years since the death of John F. Kennedy - November 22
Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States and was assassinated in 1963. - 125 years since the death of Lewis Carrol -January
Carrol was creator of classic Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland - 100 years since the death of Gustave Eiffel- December 27, 1923
Designer and Builder of theEiffel Towerin Paris and theStatue of Libertyin New York. - 550 years since birth of Nicolaus Copernicus - Feb 19
Copernicus was the mathematician and astronomer who discovered the Sun, not the Earth, was the center of our solar system. - 1700 years since the death of Alexander the Great - June 10
Historical Places
- 50th Anniversary of the Sydney Opera House - October 20
- 100th anniversary of London’s original Wembley Stadium - April
- 1,000 years ago, in 1023, construction began on Mont-Saint-Michel in France, oftencalled the "Wonder of the West"
- 100 years ago, on July 13, 1923,The Hollywood Sign was officially dedicated in Hollywood, CA
- 125 years ago, on Jan 1, 1898, the city of New York was officially formed.
Historical Events & Happenings
- 40 years ago, on Jan 3, 1983,Timemagazine put a personal computer on its front cover as ‘Machine of the Year’ instead of its usual ‘Man of the Year’.
- 50 years ago, on Jan 22, 1973, Abortion was legalized in the US. (Supreme Court ruling: Roe v. Wade.)
- 50 years ago, on May 14,Skylab, the US first space station, was launched
- 60 years ago, on Feb 25, 1963, The Beatles released their first single (Please Please Me) in the US
- 70 years ago, on Jan 17, 1953,Chevrolet displayed the first Corvette sports car in New York City.
- 75 years ago, on Feb 21, 1948,NASCAR was founded at Daytona Beach, Florida.
- 100 years ago, the first radio network in the US was created.
- 100 years ago, on June 18,Checker Taxi first hit the streets
- 150 years ago, on Jan 30, 1873, Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days was published