Thanksgiving in the United States is a major national holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. It is characterized by a festive meal, family gatherings, and expressions of gratitude.
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Canada
Canada celebrates Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October. Similar to the U.S. holiday, it is a time for families to come together and enjoy a special meal, often featuring turkey and traditional fall dishes.
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Liberia
Liberia, founded by freed American slaves, celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Thursday of November. It is a national holiday and is often marked by church services, feasts, and expressions of gratitude.
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Grenada
In Grenada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on October 25th. It is a day to give thanks for the island's harvest and is marked by church services, parades, and feasts.
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Norfolk Island (Australia)
Norfolk Island, an Australian territory, celebrates Thanksgiving on the last Wednesday of November. It is a time for locals and visitors to come together for community events and festivities.
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Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia, in the Caribbean, celebrates Thanksgiving on the first Monday in October. It is a public holiday marked by church services, feasts, and cultural events.
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Netherlands
In the Netherlands, a version of Thanksgiving called "Dankdag" or "Thanksgiving Day" is observed. It is a Protestant religious holiday celebrated with church services, prayers, and expressions of thanks.
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Australia
While Australia does not have a specific Thanksgiving holiday, some communities and expatriates may celebrate it informally. The focus is often on giving thanks for the harvest and blessings.
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Germany
In Germany, Erntedankfest, or Harvest Festival, is celebrated in late September or early October. While not exactly the same as Thanksgiving, it involves giving thanks for the harvest and is marked by church services and feasts.
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Japan
Japan celebrates a Labor Thanksgiving Day, known as "Kinrō Kansha no Hi," on November 23rd. It is a national holiday to express gratitude for labor and productivity.