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Consisting of fifteen islands in the South Pacific Ocean, the Cook Islands stand out as a marvelous tourist destination. Various occasions and events are marked as Holidays in Cook Islands. During the tour in Cook Islands, one can take note of the varied culture and ethnicity on the islands. There are several Holidays in Cook Islands all round the year.

The inhabitants in the Cook Islands enjoy various festivals and events all through the year. They observe quite a few notable dates and days as Cook Islands Holidays. One of the most popular events celebrated here is Christmas. The natives have holiday on 25th December. They celebrate this auspicious day in their own ways. The holiday mood actually commences from the day of Christmas Eve. On the Eve of Christmas, people set out for the churches and cathedrals, which are scattered across the islands. They attend the midnight mass and prayers. The next day is celebrated with parties, invitations and exchange of gifts.

Another event on which they get a holiday in Cook Islands is the New Year on 1st January. The Cook Islanders make every arrangement to welcome the new year in their own ways. They observe several customs and traditions during the New Year. The mood of festival continues even on the next day. Thus, 2nd January too is a holiday in the Cook Islands.

Among the other Holidays, Cook Islands, Anzac Day on 25th April is a prominent one. This day is dedicated to all those natives, who fought till death in the two World Wars. During this day, various church rites and services are being performed. Several parades are also organized to honor all those brave souls.

The Gospel Day is also a distinct occasion, on which the inhabitants of the Cook Islands get a holiday. It usually takes place on the last Sunday of October. It is meant to observe the arrival of the first missionaries in the Cook Islands. This day is marked by various open-air plays reflecting several aspects of religion. The Rarotonga Gospel Day in July is another important holiday in the Cook Islands.

The 4th day of August is one of the eminent holidays in Cook Islands. It is referred to as the Constitution Day. This day is observed to commemorate the region's attainment of self-government. It is marked by several interesting games and sports and also the parades.

The other holidays in Cook Islands include Good Friday, Easter Monday, Queen's Birthday, and Boxing Day on December 26.

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