Holiday & event calendar

Take a look at the calendar for all the holidays and other events when you could draw names and exchange gifts.

Father’s Day

18 June 2023

The third Sunday in June is Father's Day, the day to show your father the appreciation he deserves!

Diwali

12 November 2023

Diwali is one of the most important Hindu festivals. Homes are decorated with lights to celebrate it, both inside and outside.

St Nicholas

5 December 2023

Not only children celebrate St Nicholas Day on 5 December. Adults also draw names to exchange gifts with each other.

Chanukah

7 December 2023

This Jewish festival of lights lasts for eight days and is celebrated by lighting the Chanukah candles every evening.

Christmas

25 December 2023

Christmas is possibly the best time of the year. Host a Secret Santa and draw names to exchange gifts with your friends, colleagues or family.

New Year’s Eve

31 December 2023

Say farewell to the old and ring in the new with Dutch doughnuts, champagne, sparklers and the people you love.

Valentine’s Day

14 February 2024

13 and 14 February are all about love. Celebrate Galentine’s day or Valentine’s Day and draw names to exchange gifts.

St Piter

21 February 2024

St Piter is said to be St Nicholas’ brother. He always visits the Frisian village of Grouw on the Saturday before his birthday.

Easter

31 March 2024

Easter has many traditions and customs. A new tradition is to have a Secret Easter Bunny gift exchange with family and friends!

Eid al-Fitr

9 April 2024

The end of Ramadan brings celebration. Drawing names and exchanging gifts (Secret Eid) is quickly becoming a new Eid al-Fitr tradition.

Mother’s Day

12 May 2024

The second Sunday in May is Mother's Day, the perfect time to show some love for your mother!