Navy Day
Honoring the brave sailors who protect the seas, safeguard freedoms, and ensure national security is a testament to their unwavering dedication and sacrifice.
International Children’s Book Day
Revisit your childhood favorites, or read them to your own kids or grandkids. Check out new children’s book recommendations, and help kids learn to love reading.
Juneteenth
Bone up on your history to fully understand the importance of Juneteenth, the day when Union General Gordon Ranger announced that all slaves are free.
Morse Code Day
Learn a valuable skill, and a fun new way to communicate with friends and family by trying your hand at the simple but highly useful Morse Code.
National Ford Mustang Day
Look for an event or showcase near you to admire Ford Mustangs throughout the ages, and learn about the history of this popular every-mans sports car.
National Frog Jumping Day
Discover Mark Twain’s bizarre and originally unpublished tale of jumping frogs, “The celebrated jumping frog of Calaveras County, and other sketches”.
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.
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 Cellophane Tape Day
Get creative with arts and crafts and find new ways to use the remarkable 1930s invention known as cellophane tape, a staple of every home and kindergarten class.
National Broadcast Traffic Professionals Day
Behind the scenes, these unsung heroes keep your daily commute flowing smoothly, navigating the waves of traffic like seasoned sea captains.
National Mad Hatter Day
Celebrate silliness on this day devoted to John Tenniel’s Mad Hatter from Alice and Wonderland by getting weird, hosting an afternoon tea, and enjoying life.
National VCR Day
Lean into nostalgia by digging out that dusty old VCR player, a few VHS tapes, and hosting a movie watching party with some of your old favorites from those days.
Namesake Day
Discovering connections through shared names, it's like stumbling upon unexpected bonds that create a sense of camaraderie and uniqueness.
National Umbrella Month
Rainy days just got a whole lot better with these nifty inventions that keep you dry and stylish all at once.
National Read In The Bathtub Day
Relax and rejuvenate while enjoying your favorite book in a soothing bath. It's a great way to unwind and escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Embrace Your Geekness Day
Geeks are in! Dig out that Star Trek t-shirt, drink out of your Buffy mug, even consider sharing some of that fanfiction you definitely “didn’t” write.
National Internet Day
In a world where a click connects, a treasure trove of information, cat videos, and endless memes awaits, turning boredom into fascination.
Tolkien Reading Day
Take a journey through a magical world filled with brave heroes, fierce battles, and unforgettable adventures in a beloved classic series.
National Dictionary Day
Challenge and broaden your vocabulary on World Dictionary Day. If you don’t own one already, purchase a dictionary and learn some new words to describe the world.
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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.