Republicans' Day

Republicans' Day, or the Day of the Republic (Koxori: Tezu Akhailotyr /ˈte.t̪u a.xaɪˈlot.əɾ/), is a festival celebrated annually in Koxor on 11 February to mark the day in 1920 that the country was declared a constitutional monarchy, or a republic with a monarch figurehead.

Observation

 * On the night before the 11 February, red, white and blue fireworks (the colours of Koxor's flag) are let off (the black is often replaced with purple or green).
 * Families come together and eat a celebratory meal, often on the day itself or the nearest weekend.
 * A bank holiday is observed on the day, and a week-long break from schools is held.
 * The King and First Minister deliver speeches and an award ceremony for service to the state is held.