Labour Day - May Day

May 1st, recognized as International Worker’s Day or May Day, commemorates the 1886 Haymarket Massacre in Chicago. This event marked a pivotal moment when workers protested for an eight-hour workday, causing widespread demonstrations that extended to cities like New York and Baltimore. Despite facing strong suppression that resulted in many casualties, the movement ultimately succeeded. Today, over 80 countries officially observe it as a national holiday, while various nations celebrate it unofficially. In Vietnam, it is referred to as International Labor Day and is designated as a public holiday.

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This celebration frequently coincides with Reunification Day on April 30th, resulting in a combined extended holiday for many workers. In some years, such as 2023, when both holidays fall on a weekend, employees may enjoy up to four consecutive days off.