Skip to content

National Cartoonists Day

Take a walk down memory lane by revisiting the beloved, charming, often bizarre cartoons of your childhood like Calvin and Hobbes, or discover new ones.

National Sea Monkey Day

Sea monkeys, a type of brine shrimp, make a popular children’s pet that you can order, hatch, and raise at home, which helps kids learn responsibility.

National Dance Like a Chicken Day

Gather your friends and family, put on that funky music, and do the classic, goofy, ever-popular Chicken Dance to get moving and, undoubtedly, laughing.

No Socks Day

Go barefoot, dig out your sandals, or take the opportunity to stay home and let your feet relax, free of their usual prison of socks and constraining shoes.

World Play Your Ukulele Day

This happy-go-lucky instrument can turn any frown upside down. Its sweet sound and portability make it perfect for jamming anywhere, anytime!

Have A Bad Day Day

Sending vibes that turn frowns upside down, this playful act adds a touch of devilish humor and light-heartedness to someone's day.

Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day

Everyone has something special that they excel at, whether it's a knack for cooking, a love of singing, or an eye for design.

International Children’s Book Day

Revisit your childhood favorites, or read them to your own kids or grandkids. Check out new children’s book recommendations, and help kids learn to love reading.

National Snowman Burning Day

Lighting up chilly effigies as winter wanes, this fiery tradition ushers in the warmth and vibrancy of the approaching spring.

National Authors’ Day

Those creative minds behind your favorite books, spinning tales that transport you to new worlds and ignite your imagination.

World No Tobacco Day

Put your cigarettes away, or set yourself goals and a plan for cutting back or quitting and improving your lung, heart, and even mental health over time.

National Frog Jumping Day

Discover Mark Twain’s bizarre and originally unpublished tale of jumping frogs, “The celebrated jumping frog of Calaveras County, and other sketches”.

National Train Day

Go out and take a ride on a train, or watch them go by from a comfortable vantage point, whether fast, sleek commuter trains or large, loud steam engine transporters.

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.

National Paranormal Day

Put on your favorite paranormal flick or show, listen to a paranormal podcast, or read stories of real-life paranormal activity—but maybe leave the lights on.

Go Skateboarding Day

In addition to looking incredibly cool, skateboarding is great for your health and a fun social outlet. Go out and practice your kick flip until you can nail it.

National Broadcast Traffic Professionals Day

Behind the scenes, these unsung heroes keep your daily commute flowing smoothly, navigating the waves of traffic like seasoned sea captains.

National Mad Hatter Day

Celebrate silliness on this day devoted to John Tenniel’s Mad Hatter from Alice and Wonderland by getting weird, hosting an afternoon tea, and enjoying life.

What's coming up?

Browse the next few weeks...
Celebrate with us

Coming up...

Find out what else is coming up

National Mac & Cheese Day

Diving into a warm, comforting bowl of cheesy goodness, each forkful a delightful blend of creamy and savory delight.

National Soccer Day

The beautiful game — a global passion, where players display skill, teamwork, and unbridled enthusiasm for scoring goals.

Find out what else is coming up

Calendar

Join the community!

Password requirements

  • At least one capital letter
  • At least one lowercase letter
  • At least one number
  • 8 or more characters

Welcome back!

Log in to get personalized recommendations, follow events and topics you love, and never miss a day again!