Holidays

Abiy Tsom (Lent) 2010

February 8, 2010 - April 4, 2010; Ethiopian Orthodox Great Holy Lent Fast lasting 56 days, culminating on Easter.

Cambodian New Year 2010

April 13, 2010 - April 15, 2010; Three day celebration of Cambodian/Khmer New Year

Ramadan 2010

August 11 - September 9, 2010. Ramadan is the ninth month of the year in the Islamic calendar. A fast, held from sunrise to sunset, is carried out through this period. Beginning and ending dates vary depending on country location.

Eid al-Fitr 2010

September 10, 2010; Immediately following Ramadan is the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr which marks the end of the fast. This celebration involves big family gatherings and gifts for children.