May 21 Holidays

National days: 17
Day of the year: 141
Days since: 124

May 21 brings 21 national days, led by National Bike to Work Day, with National Endangered Species Day and International Tea Day offering a thoughtful rhythm for the workday.

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.

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Set out with a workable ride

Make the commute fit your actual morning. Check your tires the night before, put a helmet, lock, water, and a change of shirt by the door, then choose a route with slower streets or a protected lane where available. If the full distance feels like too much, ride the first few miles and continue by transit or arrange to park farther away. Give yourself 15 extra minutes so the ride doesn’t become a race. The League of American Bicyclists has practical rider resources if you need a quick refresher before leaving.

Turn a midday errand into one useful choice

Use lunch to act on the concern behind National Endangered Species Day. Spend ten minutes replacing a household item you already need with a refill, reusable, or secondhand option, such as a refillable hand soap bottle, a metal water bottle, or a used paperback. Keep it concrete: make the purchase, set up the refill, or put one item in a donation bag before returning to work. A small change you will repeat is more useful than a grand plan that stalls.

National Endangered Species Day

Many magnificent species of animal and insect are at risk of going extinct, so join the cause by volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness of these threats.

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Need an easy group lunch? Share a pie for National Pizza Party Day, and add a side salad or fruit if you’re ordering for the office. The meal gives everyone a reason to step away from their screens for 20 minutes.

Make the afternoon pause count

For International Tea Day, make a proper cup rather than drinking it while answering messages. Black tea needs about four minutes to steep; green tea is usually ready in two to three minutes with water that has cooled slightly after boiling. Bring enough for a colleague, ask where their tea comes from, and choose a brand whose package gives clear sourcing information. That is a simple way to make the break social and a little more considered.

International Tea Day

While everyone loves a cup of tea, many of the workers and producers of that tea face poor conditions and pay. Help raise awareness and keep tea fair.

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Finish with something light

If your day has involved plenty of pedaling, keep the evening low-effort: clean your bike lights, plug in any rechargeable ones, and lay out tomorrow’s lock and helmet. If a race is on your mind, National NASCAR Day is a fine excuse to watch a few highlights after dinner. The point is not to pack all 21 observances into one schedule. Get where you need to go under your own power, make one repeatable conservation choice, and give yourself a real tea break.

International Tea Day

While everyone loves a cup of tea, many of the workers and producers of that tea face poor conditions and pay. Help raise awareness and keep tea fair.

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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.

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Chardonnay Day

Chardonnay Day is a lively celebration dedicated to one of the world’s most beloved white wines. Wine enthusiasts across the globe pause to appreciate the rich diversity and versatility of Chardonnay wines on this day. It is a chance to taste widely, compare styles, and learn why this single grape...

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End of the World

A wild theory that had some on edge, but when the fateful day arrived, it was just another ordinary sunrise.

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.

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National Memo Day

Send someone a memo to let them know it’s National Memo Day! This time-honored method of passing on information has helped offices run for generations.

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World Day for Cultural Diversity

The blending of customs, beliefs, and traditions creates a vibrant tapestry of perspectives, enriching societies worldwide.

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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.

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National Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day

Every year on this day, we celebrate Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day. This special day emphasizes the importance of including more fruits and vegetables in our diets. The founders of this day, the Dole Food Company, started it to tackle unhealthy eating habits and raise awareness about how such habits...

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Firewalking Festival

Nestinarstvo, also known as the Firewalking Festival, is a captivating ritual practiced in a few Bulgarian and Greek villages. Participants, called "nestinari," perform an awe-inspiring dance on hot embers, holding sacred icons of Saints Constantine and Helena. Learn About the Firewalking Festival This ritual symbolizes a deep spiritual connection, believed to protect...

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Stop the Bleed Day

Do you know how to stop severe bleeding if someone near you gets hurt? Stop the Bleed Day teaches you just that. It’s a day that turns regular people into first responders. Not with big speeches or complicated gear, but with hands-on practice anyone can do. People from all walks of...

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National Talk Like Yoda Day

Feel the force flow through you as you speak like Yoda! With his unique, backwards-grammar style, this legendary Jedi master is the epitome of quirky cool. So channel your inner Yoda and let the wisdom of the force guide your words.

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National Strawberries and Cream Day

Savor the sweet taste of summer with a bowl of juicy strawberries and creamy delight! This classic combination is the epitome of simplicity and indulgence. So go ahead, treat yourself to a little bit of heaven.

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Cool Sword Day

Made of iron, steel, or other metals and often decorated with various precious jewels or filigree, swords of the past were much more than just weapons. They were masterpieces of craftsmanship! And even today, though not often seen or used in real life, the artistry of sword-making and sword-fighting continues...

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National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

National American Red Cross Founder’s Day shines a spotlight on a uniquely practical kind of compassion: the kind that shows up with clean bandages, a warm blanket, clear instructions, and a calm voice when everything feels chaotic. It celebrates the founding of the American Red Cross and the idea that...

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National Aperitif Day

An aperitif is a light drink enjoyed before dinner. National Aperitif Day celebrates the habit of slowing down and easing into the evening. These drinks are usually dry, slightly bitter, or infused with herbs. Served with small bites, they wake up your taste buds without filling you up. Whether it’s...

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National Waitstaff Day

Make sure to leave a good tip as well as giving a big thank-you to the waitstaff who serve us food at restaurants, often while underpaid and overworked.

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Foster Care Fortnight

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National Vegetarian Week

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British Sandwich Week

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International Heritage Breeds Week

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Be Nice to Nettles Week

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National Safe Sun Week

National Safe Sun Week is a special time dedicated to educating people about the dangers of too much sun and how to stay safe. Held in the last week of May, right before the Memorial Day holiday, it marks the beginning of summer. This is when folks often start spending...

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Walk to School Week in the UK

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Tracky Dack Day

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National EMS Week

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National Doughnut Week

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