For many, May 1 is better known as International Workers' Day, which has roots in the U.S., but is now primarily observed in other nations. In 2025, National Day of Prayer also falls on May 1.

For many years, people have gathered on May 1st to celebrate May Day, a flowery festival with summery vibes. What is May Day holiday? May Day is an ancient holiday with European roots that ...

Here's what to know about the significance of May 1. May Day, also known as Beltane, is a Gaelic and Celtic festival that honors the beginning of summer, as the spring season is halfway over.

Depending on where you live, May Day is either an ancient European spring festival or a day of support for immigrants and workers’ rights. In most nations, May 1 is an official public holiday ...

On May 1, 1890—May Day—workers across the country would strike for a new, radical demand. This demand would affect workers across society, and across the world, and transform daily life for ...

May Day, celebrated by workers across the globe as International Labor Day, occurs on May 1 each year. Protesters used the labor holiday to decry what they view as attacks on the working class and ...

A "national day of action" is being organized for May Day—Thursday, May 1—and the weekends surrounding it, with a string of events slated to be held across the country. Nonviolence is a "core ...

May Day, May 1st, has long been a day of protest, and this year is no exception. Protests are happening across the country, against President Donald Trump and his attack on the social safety net ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — 'May Day' occurs on May 1 of each year and it is often a day known for protests, rallies and civil action across the U.S. for labor rights and worker's issues.

The 70th Annual May Day Basket Competition was held Thursday, May 1st in Annapolis and is sponsored by the Garden Club of Old Annapolis Towne and supported by the City of Annapolis. Hats in the ...