Build A Scarecrow Day
Find a festival or competition and gather together with others to make the best scarecrows you can make, keeping your crops safe in the coming years.
Rounds Resounding Day
Join forces with friends or family and engage in one of the oldest forms of cooperative singing: the round. Sing “Row Row Row Your Boat”, or find a new song.
Odie Day
Everyone knows Garfield, but many forget the canine companion that shared the strip: Odie. Reread some Garfield strips, and give some love to this dumb dog.
International Dalek Remembrance Day
Getting hyped and cheering for those iconic, menacing metal menaces from another galaxy who always keep the Doctor on their toes.
National Bowling Day
High fashion shoes, greasy balls, and the clack of pins: get together some friends or family for a friendly bowling game, or join a league or competition.
Particularly Preposterous Packaging Day
Why do I need scissors to open up brand new scissors? Write an email to manufacturers, and talk openly about these ridiculous packaging techniques.
World Wide Web Day
Connecting us all, this virtual space where we share, learn, and create has revolutionized our world. The possibilities are endless!
World Jump Day
It won’t actually change the Earth’s orbit, but that was the idea behind getting 60 million people in the Western hemisphere to all jump at the same time.
ZIP Code Day
Visit a new ZIP (AKA Zone Improvement Plan) code, check out a map, draw your own, or gather together with your community in the same ZIP code as you.
International Plastic Bag Free Day
Help the fight against plastic pollution by eliminating those thin, filmy plastic bags. Try bringing reusable bags to the store, and forego bags for small purchases.
Global Beatles Day
Put on your favorite Beatles record and honor the British global phenomenon that changed the face of music forever, and continues to influence musicians everywhere.
Swim a Lap Day
Swimming is great for your physical health, giving you cardio and strength training in one. Take a Lap around the pool to boost your both your health and mood.
National Columnists’ Day
Peruse your paper for the often entertaining, often sage advice of a columnist like Dear Abby, or write in to see if they have some insight into your own problems.
Space Exploration Day
Organize a star gazing party, set off bottle rockets, watch a classic science fiction movie or just look up at the night sky on Space Exploration Day.
National All or Nothing Day
If it was your last day on Earth, what would you do? Dive into your goals and dreams and be willing to take some risks in order to reap the potential rewards.
National Tell An Old Joke Day
Dig out and dust off your favorite old jokes, from Knock-Knocks to the age-old question of why the chicken crossed the road. Be prepared for groans.
Take Your Houseplant For A Walk Day
Take your houseplant out on a walk around the neighborhood for a change of pace and some slightly different fresh air, and a chance to introduce it to neighbors.
International Picnic Day
Join a picnic-centric event like a charity or school event on International Picnic Day, or make your own picnic to appreciate food in a new light.
World Music Day
From Beethoven to Taylor Swift, there’s music for everyone. Revisit your old favorites or discover new artists from different cultures on World Music Day.
National Wiggle Your Toes Day
Trade your cramping, stuffy trainers and dress shoes for sandals, or walk barefoot in the sand or grass to give your toes some well-deserved wiggle room.
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National Single Parent Day
Raising kids solo can be tough, but single parents are superheroes who manage it all. Hats off to their resilience, love, and dedication!
International Women in Music Day
Talented and trailblazing, these artists harmonize their voices and instruments, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape.
National Handmade Day
Supporting local artisans, who craft unique items with care and love, is a great way to appreciate their creativity.