UK Non-Religious Festivals 2024
Welcome to our guide to the non-religious holidays of 2024 – proof you don’t need divine intervention to celebrate! From love and family to changing seasons and quirky traditions, these days are all about joy and connection. Whether you’re planning a picnic for the Summer Solstice or buying flowers for Mother’s Day (again), this page has you covered.
Valentine’s Day invites romance (or discounted chocolate on February 15th). Mother’s Day prompts appreciation for mum, hopefully beyond a last-minute card. And the Summer Solstice? A perfect excuse to enjoy extra daylight and salute the sun for its hard work.
These holidays are wonderfully varied. Some, like solstices, are ancient and tied to nature’s rhythms but whether you’re here to check a date, plan a celebration, or just find an excuse to celebrate, you’ve come to the right place. Non-religious holidays might not promise miracles, but they’re guaranteed to add a little sparkle to your calendar – no divine intervention needed!
Non-Religious Festivals in the UK 2024
| DATE | DAY | FESTIVAL |
|---|---|---|
| 25 January | Thursday | Burns’ Night |
| 13 February | Tuesday | Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day |
| 14 February | Wednesday | Valentine’s Day |
| 10 March | Sunday | Mother’s Day |
| 1 April | Monday | April Fool’s Day |
| 1 May | Wednesday | Beltane |
| 15 June | Saturday | King’s Official Birthday |
| 16 June | Sunday | Father’s Day |
| 20 June | Thursday | Summer Solstice |
| 3-10 August | Sat-Sat | Eisteddfod |
| 25-26 August | Sat-Sun | Notting Hill Carnival |
| 31 October | Thursday | Halloween |
| 5 November | Tuesday | Bonfire night |
| 11 November | Monday | Remembrance Day |
| 21 December | Saturday | Winter solstice |