Batman Day
Break out your Batman DVDs, invite friends or family, and start a marathon honoring Gotham’s defender and one of the most beloved superheroes of all time.
International Marconi Day
This 24-hour amateur radio event honors the legacy of Italian radio pioneer Guglielmo Marconi, for whom its named. Join the network to get involved!
National Mother Goose Day
Nursery rhymes and fairy tales like Mother Goose have proven to help kids read, think, and be better, so tell some stories on National Mother Goose Day.
Chinese Language Day
Fire up Duolingo, Rosetta Stone, or sign up for a language class to learn the world’s second most widely spoken language, which dates back as far as 1250 BCE.
International Safety Pin Day
Take inspiration from Safety Pin inventor Walter Hunt, and come up with your own clever and useful invention. Who knows, maybe it’ll be a hit like the safety pin.
Bicycle Day
Despite the name, Bicycle Day is not about pedal bikes or Queen; it’s a day to recognize the scientific and psychiatric impact of the drug known as LSD.
National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day
Slacks are out, PJs are in. Save a little time in the morning and roll into work feeling cozy and comfortable on National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day.
National Zipper Day
They’re easy to take for granted, but zippers have only really existed since 1913. Wear your favorite zip-up pants, shoes, and jackets to appreciate them.
National Library Outreach Day
Donate books or volunteer to support this charity dedicated to driving free library books around the world and improving literacy rates.
Reading Is Funny Day
By reading books of riddles, jokes, and comedy, help kids see how reading can be just as fun and funny (if not moreso) as video games, tv, or the internet.
World Book Night
Get lost in an adventure, a romance, a mystery…whatever you like. Gather a group, volunteer at an event, or just take some time to enjoy a book on World Book Night.
National Two Different Colored Shoes Day
Walk your own walk and show your individuality by wearing two different colored shoes, an exercise to get you to reject limiting social norms and enjoying life.
International Virtual Assistants Day
Boost awareness about the role of virtual assistants in the world of business, a gig often taken by freelancers that keeps the business community running.
I Need A Patch For That Day
Take a day to tackle those quick fixes you’ve been putting off, whether it’s a patch for your software or a patch for your jeans, bike tire, or anything else.
Fill Our Staplers Day
An unsung hero of the office, the quiet "click" of a full stapler often goes unnoticed until the frustrating "clunk" of an empty one.
National Tartan Day
Research the history and culture of the Scottish people, represented by the iconic Tartan pattern often seen on kilts, blankets, and other clothing.
International Ideas Month
Crafting the perfect solution often involves a dash of creativity, a pinch of inspiration, and a whole lot of brainstorming.
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Play Basketball Day
The fast-paced game that echoes with the rhythmic bounce of the ball and the swish of the net, where teamwork reigns supreme.
National Pastry Day
From filo to puff, Danish to baklava, savor flaky, buttery treats from your local bakery or attend a pastry-making class to learn from the pros.