May 6 2019 Holidays

Your guide to every national day and holiday on May 6 2019

National days: 8
Day of the year: 126
Days left in the year: 239
Days until: 2301

Set aside the scale and indulge in your favorite beverages guilt-free. Show appreciation to those who guide and keep us safe every day. Learn something new from nurses and educators while treating yourself to a sweet crepe. Take a break with no homework and support skilled trades. Escape reality with plants and travel. Celebrate diversity through language and professions. Remember safety and health professionals. Embrace differences and say no to diets. Challenge stereotypes and explore new careers. Honoring those who care for us and sharing knowledge. Appreciate the world and those who make it safer. Enjoy and learn from those who dedicate their lives to helping others. Explore, indulge, learn, and appreciate all the unique roles that make our world run smoothly. Cheers to a day full of surprises and celebrations!

International No Diet Day

Drop your rules and restrictions around eating and join a movement of no-shaming body positivity and health-focused education on International No Diet day.

Australia
Brazil
Canada
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National Nurses Day

National Nurses Day spotlights the vital role that nurses play in our healthcare system. It kicks off National Nurses Week, the end of which coincides with the birthday of Florence Nightingale, a pioneering figure in nursing. The American Nurses Association and other organizations mark this period with activities and tributes...

United States

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.

United States

National Tourist Appreciation Day

When tourists visit a new place, they bring new perspectives, a boost to the local economy, and a chance for locals to share their culture.

United States

National Crepe Suzette Day

Have you ever tasted the magic of a Crêpe Suzette? This classic French dessert combines delicate, thin pancakes with a rich, buttery orange sauce. Imagine warm crêpes soaking up a sweet blend of caramelized sugar, fresh citrus juice, and a splash of orange liqueur. The grand finale? A quick flambé...

United States

Joseph Brackett Day

Joseph Brackett Day honors a man whose song still stirs hearts. Joseph Brackett, a Shaker elder from Maine, wrote "Simple Gifts" in 1848. This tune, with its clear melody and thoughtful lyrics, grew beyond its roots. Though once known mainly within Shaker circles, it gained wider attention when Aaron Copland...

United States

No Homework Day

Rejoice! Studies show that homework can be ineffective or even counterproductive to learning, so take the day off and enjoy other activities on No Homework Day.

United States

Early May Bank Holiday

Held on the first Monday of May, Early May Bank Holiday is an annual public holiday in the United Kingdom that has been held for many years. A day off work for many people, it is also a time to celebrate the start of spring and enjoy time with friends. Many...

United Kingdom

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National Nurse’s Week

Give a big thank-you to the hard-working, often under-paid medical professionals who keep hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes and hospice care running.