International Tug of War Day
Two teams fiercely pull a rope in opposite directions in this exciting competition that has been around for centuries.
World Maths Day
Whether you love it or hate it, maths is an essential part of our daily lives, helping to make sense of the world around us.
National Cherish An Antique Day
Ask the older members of your family about the histories behind the antiques in your home. Clocks, dishware, jewelry and more can hold surprising stories.
National Mother Goose Day
Nursery rhymes and fairy tales like Mother Goose have proven to help kids read, think, and be better, so tell some stories on National Mother Goose Day.
International Tuba Day
Underappreciated and often mocked, the tuba provides an essential role as bass in a wind or marching band, so dust off your tuba or go see a professional.
National Scrabble Day
Put the phones away, break out a board, grab some friends or family and engage in one of the world’s most popular word games on National Scrabble Day.
World Wish Day
Founded by the Make-a-Wish program, World Wish Day is dedicated to making dreams come true. Spread awareness, apply for the program, or start a wish jar of your own.
National Hanging Out Day
Help the environment and extend the life of your clothes by line drying. Give it a try, and see if that’s a positive change you could end up making long-term.
World Malaria Day
Half a million people die of malaria each year. Donate to efforts to stop these deaths by providing mosquito netting and treatment to commonly affected areas.
Reading Is Funny Day
By reading books of riddles, jokes, and comedy, help kids see how reading can be just as fun and funny (if not moreso) as video games, tv, or the internet.
World Party Day
Gather together and let the festivities commence on this day of connection, fun, and letting loose for no other reason than that we’re all human, and like to party.
World Book Night
Get lost in an adventure, a romance, a mystery…whatever you like. Gather a group, volunteer at an event, or just take some time to enjoy a book on World Book Night.
Blah Blah Blah Day
Whether yourself or another talking, use Blah Blah Blah day to really focus on those things you have otherwise been tuning out, ignoring, and avoiding.
National Poetry Month
Lord Byron, Shel Silverstein, Emily Dickinson…you? Honor one of the richest literary forms by writing or reading poetry, learning about poets, or joining a community.
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.
National Garden Meditation Day
Meditation and nature can both boost your mood, improve your focus and memory, and calm your emotions, so join them together by practicing meditation in a garden.
Join Hands Day
Help organize or join an event to benefit your community on Join Hands Day, a day dedicated to coming together with others to make things better.
National Lumpy Rug Day
Take stock of your home décor and see if you can’t smooth out the lumps in your rugs. Or, try taking them to an expert or updating your home with new ones.
Donate A Day’s Wages To Charity Day
It can be tough to come up with money to donate, no matter how much you want to. Find a balance and try setting aside just a day’s wages to donate to charity.
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Love Conquers All Day
Capturing the essence of connection, it's an emotion that weaves through every story, binding hearts with invisible threads.
National Black Cow Day
Root beer floats are bubbly, creamy delights that will tickle your taste buds! They're the perfect pick-me-up on a hot summer day, and a nostalgic treat that will make you feel like a kid again. Bottoms up!
National Apple Strudel Day
Channel your inner Austrian foodie and try making your own Apple Strudel using apples, brown sugar, vanilla, lemon, cinnamon, flour, and raisins (optional).