New Year. - The celebration of this holiday begins the night before when Americans gather to wish each other a happy and prosperous new year.

Birthday of Martin Luther King. - The Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., African-American cleric, is considered a great American because of his tireless efforts to get through nonviolent means civil rights for all people. Since his assassination in 1968, trades in his memory have marked his birth on Jan. 15. In 1986 this day was replaced by the third Monday in January and was declared a national holiday.

 Groundhog Day (2 February) is a rural tradition which states that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day and sees his shadow, inside and there will be six more weeks of winter. 

Valentine's Day (14 February) the bride and groom often give flowers, chocolates or other objects to show their affection.The special cards are exchanged loving tone unsigned or joking with his classmates.

Presidents' Day. - Until mid-1970, February 22 was a national holiday, birthday of George Washington, Revolutionary War hero and first president of the United States. In addition, on 12 February was a holiday in most states, the birthday of Abraham Lincoln who was president during the Civil War. Both days have joined and the holiday has been expanded to cover all previous presidents. Held on the third Monday in February.

March 17 is St. Patrick's Day, one of the most popular festivals worldwide. Its origin is in Ireland (St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland). In the United States, people celebrate St. Patrick's Day wearing of the color green, drinking Guinness or doing other activities typical of the Irish.

April 22.-Earth Day. Planting trees, making crafts at home, learn more about the environment, recycle all day, garbage disposal, sing or listen to songs from Earth, in possession of Earth Day fair, teach othersabout the environment, prepare a special meal on Earth day, or ride your bike instead of driving your car.

Remembrance Day. - Commemoration of the Victims of War.Held the last Monday in May, this day honors the fallen. Although it originated in the aftermath of the Civil War, has become a day when the fallen of all wars in general and the dead are remembered in special programs held in cemeteries, churches and other public meeting places.

What we know fondly as the “Stars and Stripes” was adopted by the Continental Congress as the official American flag on June 14, 1777, in the midst of the Revolutionary War. Colonial troops fought under many different flags with various symbols and slogans—rattlesnakes, pine trees, eagles, “Don’t Tread on Me,” “Liberty or Death,” and “Conquer or Die,” to name a few. The first flag had 13 stars on a blue field and 13 alternating red and white stripes for the 13 original colonies. Now there are 50 stars, one for each state in the Union, but the 13 stripes remain. Flag Day was first celebrated in 1877, on the flag’s 100th birthday.

July 4. Independence Day. - Honor the birth of the nation's signature on July 4, 1776 of the Declaration of Independence. On this date are held picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks. The waving of the American flag is widespread (also takes place on Memorial Day of Victims of War and other holidays). On July 4, 1976, the 200th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence was celebrated with big festivals nationwide.

Labor Day. - The first Monday in September, this day honors the nation's workers, as usual with shows. For most Americans, marks the end of the summer vacation season for many students start the school year.

Columbus Day. - The October 12, 1492, the Italian navigator Christopher Columbus landed in the New World. Although most American nations celebrate this day on October 12, in the United States is held the second Monday in October.

 Halloween (Oct. 31) has its roots in ancient British autumn festivals to ward off evil spirits and celebrate the harvest in the U.S. is a night when children bring fancy clothes and go door to door asking for candy.

Veterans Day. - Originally called Armistice Day, this day was established to honor Americans who served during the First World War. Held on November 11, the day when that war ended in 1918, but now honors veterans of all wars in which America has fought. Veterans' organizations hold parades and as usual the president lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery, across the Potomac River in Washington, DC.

Thanksgiving Day. - Is held on the fourth Thursday in November.  The feast of Thanksgiving Day became a national tradition-not only because many Americans have found prosperity but also because even the sacrifice of the Pilgrims for their freedom captivates the imagination. Until today, Thanksgiving dinner almost always includes some of the foods that were served at the first feast: turkey, cranberry sauce, potatoes, pumpkin pie. Before you start eating, families or friends usually pause to give thanks for what they have, including the joy of being united for the occasion.

Christmas. - December 25 is another Christian holiday, marks the birth of Jesus. The houses and gardens are decorated with lights, Christmas trees are placed, there are gifts and Christmas cards are sent, they have become traditions even for many Americans who are not Christians.