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Toronto International Film Festival

If there's a film festival that truly captures the spirit of cinema, it's the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Celebrated annually, TIFF draws a global audience of filmmakers, actors, and fans. It's a place where emerging talents can shine alongside established stars. While it lasts, TIFF transforms Toronto into a bustling...

• Canada

National Drive Electric Month

While the gasoline car has certainly been the most popular in automobile history, many people don’t realize that some of the first cars invented ran on electric power! Experimental prototypes of these cars showed up in Europe in the 1830s, and the first viable option may have been in 1890...

• Canada
• Mexico
• United States

Semana de la Chilenidad

Semana de la Chilenidad is a vibrant celebration of Chile's rich culture and traditions. This special week highlights the nation's love for its roots, bringing together people from all walks of life. Everywhere you look, you’ll find joyful expressions of national pride. The streets are filled with music, traditional dances...

• Chile

National Inclusion Week

Embracing diversity in all its forms, and fostering environments where every individual feels valued and heard.

• United Kingdom

Wife Appreciation Day

When you show appreciation for your wife, it communicates that you see and value her. It strengthens your bond and fosters a positive relationship.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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International Day of Peace

Since the 1982 ringing of the Peace Bell at the United Nations HQ in New York, the International Day of Peace has been a day to both build and celebrate peace.

• Australia
• Canada
• India
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National Voter Registration Day

National Voter Registration Day is a special day on the fourth Tuesday of September that encourages everyone to register to vote. This year, it's set for September 24. The day is all about making sure as many people as possible are ready to vote. Events and efforts online and in...

• United States

Za’atar Day

Make your own blend of the za’atar herb (a type of thyme) and other spices and enjoy some za’atar-based foods and new cuisines with friends or family.

• Israel
• Jordan
• Lebanon
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National Punch Day

No, not that kind of punch—no violence on Punch Day! Instead, gather your friends and family around a big bowl of fruity punch and enjoy the refreshment.

• Canada
• United Kingdom
• United States

National Pecan Cookie Day

Impress all your friends and family with one of the tastiest desserts: pecan cookies. Like the old favorite pecan pie, but in a little circular cookie form.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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National White Chocolate Day

Creamy and sweet, this delightful treat is like a dreamy dessert canvas, ready to be sprinkled with colorful toppings and savored with joy.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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National Great American Pot Pie Day

National Great American Pot Pie Day brings warmth and a tasty tradition to tables across the country every September 23rd. It's a day when everyone can indulge in the savory delight of pot pies. This dish has roots deep in history, going back to Neolithic times. Celebrated for its comforting...

• Canada
• United Kingdom
• United States

National Cherries Jubilee Day

Host a dinner party with friends and family, and impress them all with your dessert-making skills by serving up fresh, homemade Cherries Jubilee over ice cream.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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National Lobster Day

National Lobster Day celebrates this decadent seafood delicacy, its rich history, fun facts, and the fishermen and festivals that bring lobster to the table.

• Australia
• Canada
• United States

Better Breakfast Day

Take stock of your usual breakfasts, and start your day off even better by making healthier choices that will keep you full and fueled, all day long.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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National Corned Beef Hash Day

Potatoes, garlic, onion, peppers, and of course, corned beef are all it takes to make your own hearty, filling, and of course delicious corned beef hash.

• Ireland
• United Kingdom
• United States

Cow’s Ball

The Cow’s Ball in Bohinj is a lively event that brings together locals and visitors to celebrate the end of the summer grazing season. Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Bohinj, this festival marks the return of shepherds and their cows from the high alpine pastures. Following a day...

• Croatia
• Italy
• Slovenia

Small Pet Rodent Awareness Week 

Embracing a tiny companion, discover joy in caring for a pocket-sized friend, adding warmth to daily life.

World Rhino Day

Visit a wildlife preservation, “adopt” a rhino, or donate to any of the many organizations caring for this fascinating but tragically endangered species.

• India
• Indonesia
• International
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National Checkers Day

Nixon used his dog Checkers to bolster his public image amidst accusations of donation scandal. But maybe it’s better to celebrate with a simple game of checkers.

• United States

Remember Me Thursday

Volunteer at an animal shelter, or take the plunge to adopt a rescue yourself on Remember Me Thursday, a day dedicated to pets in the shelter.

• United States

Save the Koala Day

Koalas, one of Australia's most beloved animals, are facing a threat to their survival due to habitat loss, bushfires, and disease.

• Australia

National Alpaca Day

Alpaca Day is a special day that celebrates the unique and gentle alpaca. It falls on September 26th every year. People across various countries show their appreciation for these friendly animals. Alpaca Day highlights the importance of alpacas to agriculture, their contribution to the environment, and the need to conserve...

• Australia
• Canada
• International
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World’s Largest Pet Walk

The World’s Largest Pet Walk invites people and their animals to step outside and move together. Organized by Pet Partners, this event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Whether you stroll through your neighborhood, hike a trail, or gather with friends at a local park, the goal is simple...

Toronto International Film Festival

If there's a film festival that truly captures the spirit of cinema, it's the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Celebrated annually, TIFF draws a global audience of filmmakers, actors, and fans. It's a place where emerging talents can shine alongside established stars. While it lasts, TIFF transforms Toronto into a bustling...

• Canada

International Day of University Sport

International Day of University Sport turns quiet campuses into hubs of movement and connection: students leave their desks; professors trade lectures for sneakers; grass fields and gym floors come alive with cheers, high-fives, and playful rivalry. It’s a chance to press pause on stress and rediscover joy through sport. No pressure...

Miniature Golf Day

You don’t have to have good golf form to enjoy putting around on a mini-golf course. Find a local (tiny) putting green and have fun with friends and family.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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Dear Diary Day

Read the diary of a historical figure, or start your own diary to log your thoughts and experiences, think through your life, and focus your mind.

• Australia
• Canada
• International
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National Day of Arts in Care Homes

Creative expression in elder care enhances emotional well-being, fosters connections, and enriches the lives of residents.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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National Comic Book Day

Read some comic books or enjoy any of the many television adaptations of comic book characters, from Marvel to DC and more, on National Comic Book Day.

• Canada
• Japan
• United Kingdom
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National Hunting and Fishing Day

The sun rising, the cool breeze on your face, the sound of nature — there's nothing like the thrill of the hunt or the catch of the day.

• Australia
• Canada
• United Kingdom
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World Tourism Day

Take the plunge and visit that place you’ve always wanted to go on World Tourism Day, or look into tourist locations, functions, and events closer to you.

• Canada
• China
• France
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National Suicide Prevention Month

Take time to reach out to loved ones and even yourself, and learn the warning signs and behaviors in order to prevent a tragic and pointless death by suicide.

Read A New Book Month

Trade books with friends, join a book club, donate old books, and pick up new books to get lost in whole new worlds between the pages of a brand new tome.

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

In the face of a growing health concern among our youth, society's nurturing role becomes increasingly vital for a healthier future generation.

• United States

National Recovery Month

The journey to reclaiming lives, marked by resilience and transformation, where individuals find strength amidst adversity to rediscover their inner light.

• United States