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- Jun 1–3ShavuotEvent Type: Multifaith Observance Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Or "Feast of Weeks," Shavuot marks the conclusion of the seven weeks following Pesach (Passover). It is a celebration of the harvest of first fruits and commemorates the giving of the Torah and Commandments at Mount Sinai. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
- Jun 6–7Eid-al-Adha ('Id Al Adha)Event Type: Multifaith Observance Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Approximate date (moon dependent). Also called "Festival of Sacrifice," one of the two main Islamic festivals (the other is Eid al-Fitr), this festival falls on the 10th day of the lunar month of Zul-Hijja and is the concluding act of pilgrimage to Mecca. In commemoration of Abraham’s faith, sheep, goats and camels are offered to God, and the meat is distributed to the poor and needy. Eid al-Adha is observed whether or not one is on pilgrimage. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
- Jun 8All dayPentecostEvent Type: Multifaith Observance The commemoration of the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Jesus following his ascension, Pentecost is considered the "birthday" of the Christian church (Acts 2:1-11). It comes 50 days after Easter (Pascha, Orthodox Easter). Roman Catholic and Protestant Christians often observe Pentecost on a different date from Orthodox Christians, but in 2025, the date is the same. Observances may include limits to participation in academics or work.
- Jun 16All dayMartyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev JiEvent Type: Multifaith Observance The fifth Guru (1563-1606), Arjan built the Golden Temple of Amritsar to emphasize that the Sikh way was open to all, regardless of caste; the temple was constructed with doors facing all four directions. The first Sikh martyr, Arjan is also remembered for his contributions to and compilation of the Sikh Scriptures.
- Jun 19All dayJuneteenthCampus: Boston Health Sciences campus,Boston SMFA campus,Grafton campus,Medford/Somerville campus,Off-campus Open to Public: Yes Event Type: University Holiday The university observes a holiday on this day.
- Jun 21All dayLitha/MidsummerEvent Type: Multifaith Observance Begins at sundown on the first day listed. Summer Solstice, celebrating the longest day and the blessings of light as well as the beginning of the sun god's death.