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May Day
With flowers blooming and the sun shining, it's the perfect time to dance around the maypole and celebrate springtime!
World Asthma Day
Raise awareness and help improve the lives of the many people around the world who suffer from asthma, a common but potentially life-threatening ailment.
National Life Insurance Day
Ensuring a family's financial security with reliable life insurance coverage, offering peace of mind during uncertain times.
Write a Review Day
Be a hero to businesses and shoppers alike! Sharing your thoughts and experiences can guide others to the best products and services.
World Password Day
Protect your privacy and self by taking some time to update your passwords. Avoid pet or family names, important dates, and other identifying information.
National No Pants Day
Leave your restricting pants in their drawer and feel the freedom of No Pants Day. Try skirts, dresses, kilts, or just stay home and relax bare-legged.
Free Comic Book Day
Dive into a new world, or revisit an old favorite by supporting your local comic book store and the people who create such magnificent worlds and characters.
National Beverage Day
Try a liquid-only diet for a day to appreciate the versatility of beverages. Smoothies, juices, and other drinks can provide much of your needed nutrients.
National School Nurse Day
They heal and comfort, make decisions about your child’s health, and more. Thank your child’s school nurse for their kindness, care, and hard work.
National Receptionists Day
Give your receptionist a paid day off, or take some time to say thank you or send a card to the receptionists that help handle your affairs every day.
National Military Spouse Appreciation Day
Military spouses often suffer long term separations, insecurity, frequent moves, and the constant fear of losing their spouse, so give them some support.
National Public Gardens Day
Get outside, get some fresh air, and literally stop and smell the roses by finding a public garden to stroll through and enjoy, by yourself or with those you love.
World Fair Trade Day
Make conscientious shopping choices and research which companies use child labor, unsafe practices, and more to cut corners, so you can avoid them.
National Train Day
Go out and take a ride on a train, or watch them go by from a comfortable vantage point, whether fast, sleek commuter trains or large, loud steam engine transporters.
Mother’s Day
Call, visit, or plan an outing to show your mom you appreciate her, or share memories of your mother if you’ve lost that important figure in your life.
International Family Day
Get ready for a love-filled adventure with family! Spend time with your nearest and dearest, create memories, and make the most of life's precious moments.
National Nylon Stocking Day
Functional and classy, the nylon stocking is an outfit-completing accessory that has declined in popularity. Help bring it back, and feel classy and attractive.
World Telecommunications Day
Pay tribute to the pioneers of communication who make it possible for us to talk to each other across great distances, by phone, Zoom, text, and more.
National Notebook Day
Open up a notebook and get writing. Jot down your to-do list, journal your thoughts, make lists or even try some creative writing with good old pen and paper.
Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Join an event or webinar, and engage in the discussion of how to make the internet more accessible to all, including a wide range of disabilities and limitations.
National Bike to Work Day
Improve your health and help the environment at the same time by leaving the car at home and taking your bike to work for at least one day of the year.
National Pizza Party Day
Make your own pizza at home, order in, or gather some friends for a pizza crawl through town to enjoy the ever popular Pizza Party Day.
World Whisky Day
Mix up a whisky sour, or pour your favorite whisky over some ice and enjoy. Gather some friends together to try out different brands and cocktails.
National Learn To Swim Day
Teach your kids to swim, or sign up for lessons yourself. It’s good for your health, and may save your life or the life of another from drowning someday.
National Taffy Day
Savor the sweet joy of chewy confections, a delightful blend of sugar and flavor that captivates your taste buds.
National Lucky Penny Day
Set up a “penny hunt” for lucky pennies, and see how many you can find. Make it a competition with friends or family and you might even make some money.
Don’t Fry Day
Be aware of the dangers of sun exposure and try hosting an indoor picnic or movie marathon on the Council for Skin Cancer Prevention’s No Fry Day.
National Sunscreen Day
Sun damage can cause painful burns, wrinkles, and of course the ever-dreaded skin cancer. Use a high-SPF broad spectrum sunscreen any time you’re out in the sun.
National Hamburger Day
Grill up a hamburger for yourself, or visit any number of sandwich shops and restaurants to enjoy one of mankind’s greatest, greasiest culinary inventions.
Learn About Composting Day
Start a composting pile or get a composting bin and start making your own rich, fertile soil while getting rid of nasty food waste in a sustainable way.
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National Foster Care Month
A vital embrace of vulnerable hearts, offering shelter, nurturing hope, and weaving the future with threads of love and belonging.
National Inventors Month
Take some time to appreciate the brilliant men and women who have invented ways to make our lives better and easier, from glasses to plumbing to spaceships.
National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month
Join the thousands of volunteers around the world raising awareness about Cystic Fibrosis, a devastating disease affecting over 30,000 people in the US.
National Salad Month
Crisp, vibrant medleys of fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and zesty vinaigrette — a refreshing burst of wholesome, natural flavors.
National Duckling Month
Savor the delicate richness of young waterfowl, a culinary delight embodying exquisite tenderness and nuanced flavors.
Older Americans Month
Honoring the wisdom and experience of seniors with events recognizing their contributions and enriching their lives.
National Stroke Awareness Month
Recognizing sudden signs, staying informed, and acting swiftly can save lives, fostering stroke awareness and prevention.
ALS Awareness Month
A condition affecting motor neurons, ALS challenges resilience, fostering community, advancing research, and supporting individuals.
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Promoting sun safety encourages early detection, fostering community awareness about the risks and prevention of skin ailments.
No Meat May
Exploring a plant-based journey for a month, discovering vibrant flavors and embracing a mindful, eco-friendly lifestyle.
National Moving Month
Transitioning to a new place, embracing fresh beginnings, and creating a space filled with memories and possibilities.
National Walking Month
Strolling outdoors, enjoying nature's embrace, invigorating body and mind, walking offers a path to vitality.
Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
Navigating emotions, BPD awareness unveils a path to understanding, fostering empathy, and promoting mental health conversations.
Brain Tumor Awareness Month (US)
Shining a light on the battle within, advocating for understanding and support in the journey against neurological challenges.
National Barbecue Month
Gather your friends and neighbors together and grill up some tasty, smoky, ever-popular BBQ to welcome the warm weather. Try making your own BBQ sauce!
National Bike Month
Improve your health and the health of the entire planet by using National Bike Month to get back on that two-wheeled metaphorical horse and leave the car at home.
National Hamburger Month
Host a cookout, make your own hamburgers, try a new kind of burger, or even just visit your favorite classic fast food restaurant to treat yourself.
Better Sleep Month
Getting a solid night's rest by adopting simple bedtime habits can leave you feeling refreshed and energized for the day ahead.
National Photography Month
A picture’s worth a thousand words, so get out there and start taking snapshots of the beauty all around you, whether right at home or off in an exotic locale.
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month
Educate yourself and others on Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a hard-to-diagnose condition that may cause chronic pain, fragile skin, joint problems and more.
National Military Appreciation Month
Volunteer or donate to veteran causes, educate yourself on the history and state of the military, and thank a service member during Military Appreciation Month.
Better Speech and Language Month
Five percent of the world experiences hearing loss, and another five experiences speech problems, so take stock of your hearing and speech and get help if necessary.
National Deck Safety Month
Fix up your deck, look into any potential problems, or hire a professional to make sure that beloved outdoor space is safe and secure for years to come.
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
About five percent of all cancers are bladder cancer, so educate yourself and others on the signs, symptoms, and treatments for this painful disease.
Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month
Prader-Willi Syndrome affects many children and families around the world, but can be hard to diagnose. Educate yourself on the symptoms and treatments.
Lupus Awareness Month
A life-threatening autoimmune disease, Lupus can have devastating effects, especially if undiagnosed and untreated, so learn the symptoms so you can act fast.
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Nature lovers know that ticks can be a nuisance, but they can also be life-threatening carriers of Lyme disease. Know the symptoms and how to prevent it.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Get familiar with the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the US, or join an event to celebrate your heritage during Asian/Pacific Heritage Month.
