While there are many holidays that are celebrated based on religion or regions around the world, there are surprisingly few occasions that are celebrated globally.  Finding events that are recognized all over the world that everyone celebrates together are tough to find if not impossible.  There are holidays that have been introduced around the world that are not based on religion or region but that are relevant to everyone no matter whom your god is or where you live.
Earth Day for example was started in the United States in 1970.  Its original intent was to create awareness and appreciation for the earth’s natural environment.  It wasn’t until about 20 years later that it this holiday was introduced globally.  Today Earth Day is celebrated by more than 175 countries around the world each year.  Some countries have changed the celebration slightly and turned it into a full week of celebrating.  These countries utilize an entire week full of activities around the environmental issues that are pertinent to that countries environmental issue.  As the years past and the holiday gained recognition, it seemed that areas of focus became more relevant.  For example in 1990 is when the topic of recycling became the main focus.  In 2000, the celebration centered on the subject of global warming and the need for clean energy.
World Ocean Week is another celebration that is recognized globally.  WOW is actually an organization.  This organization is a platform for regional participation in making decisions in relation to marine resources and for development of the oceans.  This organization is committed to working with the international governments of coastal cities, and other organizations to enhance the development of marine industries and to promote the utilization of marine resources.  During the week- long celebration the organization provides marine cultural activities for thousands of people from around the world while gaining the focus of the media.
Some holidays and celebrations are religious based for some people and not for others such as a familiar celebration; New Years Day.  The first day of the new year.  Depending on the calendar you follow will depend on the actual day you may celebrate this holiday.  On the modern Gregorian calendar New Years Day is celebrated on January 1.   This is a public holiday in all countries using this calendar with the exception of Israel.  The celebration often begins the night before, December 31 often celebrated with the toasting of champagne at the stroke of midnight.   January 14 on the Gregorian Calendar corresponds to January 1 on the Julian calendar which is the is on that date that followers of some of the Eastern Orthodox churches celebrate the New Year. When reaching the end of a year, there is a time of reflection for all that has happened throughout the year.  Often on the radio and on television you will see stories that discuss the changes that have occurred throughout the year as well as big events that have happened.  Inevitably, you will have those who will make their predictions for the year to come.  Not to mention the resolutions which folks will hope to fulfill in the year to come.