Racial Harmony Day

Racial Harmony Day
Observed by	Singapore
Type	Secular
Significance	Commemorates the 1964 race riots
Date	21 July
Frequency	Annually

Racial Harmony Day is celebrated annually on 21 July in Singapore. The event is to commemorate the 1964 Race Riots, which took place on 21 July 1964.

Racial Harmony Day also represents a day for schools to reflect on, and celebrate Singapore's success as a racially harmonious nation and society built on a rich diversity of culture and heritage. In schools all across the nation on that day, students are encouraged to be dressed in their traditional costumes such as the Cheongsam, the Baju Kurung and Punjabi Suit. Traditional delicacies are also featured in the celebrations. Traditional games such as Kutih-kutih and zero point are played in schools, where inter-class competitions are sometimes organised.

Declaration

Main article: Declaration of Religious Harmony

Schools are also encouraged to recite a declaration on religious harmony during the celebrations.

See also

• 1964 Race Riots
• Maria Hertogh riots
• May 13 Incident
• Total Defence Day

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