Every year on May 31st, the globe unites for a cause that doesn’t involve sequins, cake, or corgis dressed in tutus. It’s World No Tobacco Day, and while it might not be the flashiest holiday on the calendar, its impact is as powerful as a double-shot espresso on...
When National Creativity Day rolls around each May 30th, the world collectively shrugs off the mundane and grabs a glue stick, a guitar, a canvas, or—dare we say—a macaroni sculpture. This remarkable holiday gives everyone permission to daydream, doodle, and design...
On May 27th each year, beach bums, dermatologists, and pale people of the world unite to celebrate a modern marvel of personal care: National Sunscreen Day. Whether you're slathering, spraying, or slapping it on with reckless abandon, this day shines a spotlight on...
Every May 26th, the planet goes a little more copper-toned as we joyfully mark World Redhead Day, a vibrant celebration of fiery follicles, freckled faces, and the bold beauty of redheads everywhere. This sensational day isn’t just for the carrot-topped and...
Every May 26th, something extraordinary takes to the skies—not jets, not drones, but humble sheets of folded paper. Welcome to National Paper Airplane Day, a whimsical celebration of flight, nostalgia, and the occasional nose-dive straight into someone’s coffee. This...
Get ready to flash those pearly whites, because National Smile Day is here to brighten up your calendar—and your face. Celebrated every year on May 31st, this irresistibly cheerful holiday exists solely to remind us all of the simple, contagious power of a smile. It’s...
Every year on May 28th, meat lovers from coast to coast unite to celebrate National Brisket Day—a sizzling, juicy, slow-cooked tribute to one of the most legendary cuts of beef to ever hit a smoker. This is not just a day on the calendar. It's a mouthwatering moment...
Every third Friday in May, America dons its metaphorical stretchy pants and celebrates National Pizza Party Day with crust-crunching joy. This deliciously over-the-top holiday lands squarely at the intersection of history, pop culture, and gooey mozzarella. From...
Each year on May 15, the United States pauses for a solemn and powerful observance known as Peace Officers Memorial Day. This national day of remembrance honors the federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while...
Brace your sweet tooth—National Chocolate Chip Day is here! Every May 15th, Americans (and honorary snack lovers around the globe) celebrate this humble, melty morsel that changed the cookie game forever. Whether you're biting into a warm, gooey treat or sneaking...
Every year on May 14th, Americans bust out their silliest moves, flap their elbows, and wiggle their tail feathers for National Dance Like a Chicken Day. Yes, it’s real—and yes, it’s gloriously absurd. But beneath the goofy surface lies a surprisingly rich tale of pop...
National Receptionists Day lands on the second Wednesday in May, honoring the charm, efficiency, and diplomacy of receptionists everywhere. Every office has that one person who knows everything: where the boss is, which room is booked, and who just walked in with...