Events

Africa Day is the annual commemoration on May 25 of the 1963 founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU).

May Day is an ancient Northern Hemisphere spring festival and usually a public holiday; it is also a traditional spring holiday in many cultures.

May 4 is considered a holiday by Star Wars fans to celebrate Star Wars culture and honour the films.

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and a time when Muslims across the world will fast during the hours of daylight.

May 5 is the internationally recognised day for recognising the work of midwives.

World Asthma Day aims to improve awareness of asthma and asthma care throughout the world.

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day celebrates the work of those who volunteer with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

VE Day was the public holiday celebrated on 8 May 1945 to mark the date when the World War II Allies formally accepted the unconditional surrender of the armed forces of Nazi Germany and the end of Adolf Hitler's Third Reich, thus ending the war in Europe.

Florence Nightingale was born on May the 12th 1820. She was known as "The Lady with the Lamp" during her nursing career in the Crimean War.

A celebration to mark the contributions that nurses make to society.

Christian Aid is a Christian organisation that insists the world can and must be swiftly changed to one where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.

This event celebrates the importance of families and the work started during the International Year of Families.

One of the highlights of the footballing year, the FA Cup Final will take place at Wembley Stadium.

International Museum Day has been organised worldwide on or around May 18 since 1977. This day is an occasion to raise awareness on how important museums are in the development of society.

Wesak is the most important of the Buddhist festivals and is celebrated on the full moon in May. It celebrates the Buddha's birthday.

Walk to School Week forms part of the Great British Walking Challenge! Use this event to encourage everyone to walk to school.

The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.

Ascension Day celebrates Jesus's ascension to heaven after he was resurrected on Easter Day.