World Toy Camera Day
Dig up a toy camera to join the world in taking the silliest, lowest quality pictures imaginable and sharing the blurry, grainy joy with the world.
World Architecture Day
Take a tour of some of your local works of interesting architecture, from skyscrapers to modern homes, and learn about famous architects like Frank Lloyd Wright.
National Handbag Day
From totes to satchels to clutches, treat yourself to a new handbag. With so many options, you’re sure to find something that reflects who you are.
Ancestor Appreciation Day
Spend a day with your living relatives, talk to your relatives about your ancestors, or dig into your ancestry online to find out more about your history.
National Name Your Car Day
You can’t truly love your car until you give it a name. Consider your car’s quirks and personality and come up with a fitting name, or try a Car Name Generator.
National Lipstick Day
Pop on your brightest red, softest pink, darkest black or most daring color and let your lips do the talking for you… metaphorically, as well as literally.
Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day
It might not sound glamorous, but society would literally crumble without those who make sure buildings are safe and up to code, so thank them for their work.
National Read a Book Day
Once upon a time, a reader's journey began with a book in hand, and adventures unfolded within its pages. Let your imagination soar with every page turn!
National Pet Rock Day
Everyone needs a friend. Find a suitable rock, pick up some craft supplies, and get to work making your own Pet Rock with googly eyes, paint, whatever you like.
Pony Express Day
Attend a Pony Express Festival and learn about the brave, hard-working souls who acted as the only mail service in America before the Post Office even existed.
National Skyscraper Day
Enjoy the architectural marvels that are skyscrapers by visiting such buildings or finding a spot from which to view a whole city skyline at once.
Collect Rocks Day
Be a geologist for a day and see what interesting rocks you can find. Pick up a book on local rocks or hop on the internet to identify what you find.
International Dot Day
Based on Peter H. Reynold’s book “The Dot”, Dot Day is all about getting creative and letting your inspiration guide you to craft and create new things.
Make a Hat Day
Felting, knitting, crocheting, or sewing: whatever your preferred method, give it a go and make a hat for yourself, as a gift, or to donate to those in need.
National Knife Day
Pull the trigger and buy that knife set you’ve always wanted, or take some time on National Knife Day to sharpen up those tools and practice your chopping skills.
National Teddy Bear Day
Cuddly, cute, and comforting companions that always listen and never judge. These creatures are perfect for snuggles and make great gifts.
National Make Your Bed Day
Use Make Your Bed Day as an opportunity to begin a new habit that will help your sleep, get your day started right, and set the stage for even more good habits.
National Mail Order Catalog Day
Sign up for some mail order catalogues, and update your wardrobe, household, even backyard and furniture all from the comfort of your couch, in your pajamas.
Pluto Demoted Day
Learn more about the celestial body formerly classified as a planet: Pluto. Dig into its history, do a science project, or watch a documentary about it.
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Hug Day
Spread comfort, connection, and joy - one simple embrace can brighten someone’s day.
International Tug of War Day
Two teams fiercely pull a rope in opposite directions in this exciting competition that has been around for centuries.
National Tell A Fairy Tale Day
Once upon a time, magical stories of princesses, knights, and talking animals filled our hearts with wonder and imagination.