National Occasions

• Independence Day

This national occasion is of a high importance for Palestinians and is celebrated on November 15 of each year. Many activities take place in Beit Sahour to celebrate this special occasion such as scouts’ performances, folkloric dance and music performances as well as other activities such as peaceful march during which people raise flags and sing national songs.

• International Woman’s Day

This important occasion is celebrated yearly on March 8 as such symbolic occasion holds many activities such as workshops and activities held by the local community’s women associations and centers. The Municipality pays attention to women and organizes a special event to honor women for their work, active role and accomplishments.

• Earth Day

One of the important and significant occasions that is celebrated on March 30 of each year. Earth day is considered a national symbolic occasion that holds the importance of land to us as Palestinians.

Beit Sahour celebrates this special national occasion through many activities that include tree planting, voluntary work, a march of peace, folkloric dance performances, music performances and workshops for schools and organizations.