International Chocolate Day
From rich truffles to creamy spreads, indulge in the decadent taste of chocolate — the ultimate mood-booster.
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September 13 2018 Holidays
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Your guide to celebrating September 13 2018
Skip to all 16 daysSeptember 13 brings 19 national days, led by International Chocolate Day, with National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day and Roald Dahl Day offering a sweet, hands-on plan.
Set up a chocolate tasting station
Begin with three small pieces of chocolate: one milk, one dark, and one with a clearly different cocoa percentage. Put out water and plain crackers to reset your palate between bites. Ask each person to pick a favorite and describe one thing they notice, such as fruitiness, bitterness, or a caramel finish. If you have only one bar, compare a plain piece with one sprinkled with flaky salt. Save a square of the winner for later, or chop it into yogurt, oatmeal, or a mug of warm milk.
Hand over the mixing bowl
Make the kitchen the main event for National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day. A no-bake batch of chocolate peanut butter balls takes about 20 minutes: stir peanut butter, oats, and melted chocolate, roll tablespoon-size portions, then chill them on a lined plate. Melt the chocolate in a microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring after each one. Give younger cooks jobs with a clear finish, such as counting oats, stirring, or pressing a fork pattern into each ball; older kids can measure and manage the timer. Check labels and keep a separate utensil and workspace if someone needs gluten-free food for National Celiac Disease Awareness Day.
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
Involve your kids in cooking and meal prep to teach them valuable lessons about making food…and hopefully to give yourself a break from all the cooking.
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- United States
Put peanuts beside the sweets
For National Peanut Day, set out a small bowl of salted peanuts beside the finished treats. The salty crunch is a useful contrast after a few bites of chocolate. If peanuts are not suitable for your table, skip them rather than trying to force the pairing. Pack any extra balls in a container for a neighbor or a friend, with an ingredient note attached.
National Peanut Day
These small, crunchy snacks come in many varieties, from boiled to roasted, are packed with protein, and have been enjoyed for centuries.
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Close with a strange story
After dinner, make cocoa and give Roald Dahl Day its own hour. Read two or three chapters aloud from a Roald Dahl book already on your shelf, taking turns on the character voices, or choose a film adaptation and pause once to name the oddest detail you noticed. Keep the last chocolate square for this part of the evening. It gives the day a quiet finish without leaving the kitchen’s earlier mess for tomorrow.
Roald Dahl Day
Donate to Roald Dahl’s Marvelous Children’s Charity and revisit some of your favorite childhood books like “James and the Giant Peach” and “Matilda”.
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National days and holidays on September 13 2018
Supernatural Day
Get your nerdy friends together and start a Supernatural marathon, following the lives of demon and monster hunters Sam and Dean Winchester over 15 seasons.
- Australia
- Canada
- United Kingdom
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International Chocolate Day
From rich truffles to creamy spreads, indulge in the decadent taste of chocolate — the ultimate mood-booster.
- Canada
- France
- International
- and 3 more
Programmers Day
Give a big thanks to the programmers who make the technological world run, from your favorite apps to video games and websites and much more.
- China
- India
- Russia
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Roald Dahl Day
Donate to Roald Dahl’s Marvelous Children’s Charity and revisit some of your favorite childhood books like “James and the Giant Peach” and “Matilda”.
- Australia
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- and 1 more
National Peanut Day
These small, crunchy snacks come in many varieties, from boiled to roasted, are packed with protein, and have been enjoyed for centuries.
- Brazil
- Canada
- India
- and 1 more
Positive Thinking Day
Let go of the negativity in life and spend the day thinking positively, from morning affirmations to mindful reading, and see a boost in your mood and even productivity.
- Canada
- International
- United Kingdom
- and 1 more
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
Involve your kids in cooking and meal prep to teach them valuable lessons about making food…and hopefully to give yourself a break from all the cooking.
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- United States
National Celiac Disease Awareness Day
What would life be without bread and other glutens? For those with Celiac’s, that’s every day. Try going a day without gluten to see how difficult this diet is.
- Australia
- Canada
- United Kingdom
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National Defy Superstition Day
Face your fears and put those superstitions to a test. Walk under ladders, open an umbrella indoors, step on a crack or gather a group of 13 together.
- United States
Cachaça Day
Cachaça Day is a celebration of Brazil's most iconic spirit. Cachaça, often called the soul of Brazil, is a distilled liquor made from fresh sugarcane juice. The types of this spirit range from the bold flavors of unaged varieties to the complex notes found in those matured in various types...
- Brazil
- Portugal
- United Kingdom
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Uncle Sam Day
Americans, and those who appreciate the culture and history of the United States, can enjoy the celebration of this fun and unique holiday. It’s time for Uncle Sam Day! History of Uncle Sam Day The origins of referring to the United States as “Uncle Sam” go back to the early...
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- United Kingdom
- United States
National Twilighters Day
National Twilighters Day celebrates the global community behind Stephanie Meyer’s vampire saga. It brings fans together around stories of young love, mystery, and belonging. Fans from varied backgrounds feel drawn to these characters and the setting in Forks, Washington. Every fan gathering pulses with excitement, shared laughter, discussions, and heartfelt...
National Hug Your Boss Day
Brightening the boss's day with an unexpected gesture that's warmer than a handshake can turn the office vibe up a notch.
- Australia
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- and 1 more
National Scooby-Doo Day
Scooby-Doo fans get their moment each year when a special day rolls in to honor their favorite crime-solving pup. The spotlight swings to that lovable dog who tackles spooky mysteries with snacks and teamwork. This isn’t just for kids—grown-ups dive in too, drawn by memories and laughter. There's something irresistible about...
National Bald Is Beautiful Day
A smooth head can turn heads—and National Bald Is Beautiful Day makes sure it does. This day cheers on the bold look that stands out in a world full of trends. Whether someone shaves it all off or loses hair over time, going bald takes guts. And sometimes, that clean...
- United States
Pet Birth Defect Awareness Day
Pet Birth Defect Awareness Day is about understanding congenital health problems in our pets. It tells a simple truth: some puppies and kittens arrive with physical or internal issues. These can range from cleft palates and limb deformities to invisible heart or organ defects. Pets can still thrive with early...
- United States
Other holidays on September 13 2018
Housekeepers Week
Housekeeping is tough and often thankless work, so make sure to give a big thank-you and even a small gift to the housekeepers who keep hotels and the like clean.
Month-long holidays in September
National Suicide Prevention Month
Take time to reach out to loved ones and even yourself, and learn the warning signs and behaviors in order to prevent a tragic and pointless death by suicide.
Read A New Book Month
Trade books with friends, join a book club, donate old books, and pick up new books to get lost in whole new worlds between the pages of a brand new tome.
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
In the face of a growing health concern among our youth, society's nurturing role becomes increasingly vital for a healthier future generation.
- United States
National Recovery Month
The journey to reclaiming lives, marked by resilience and transformation, where individuals find strength amidst adversity to rediscover their inner light.
- United States
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