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Back to the Future Day
Oct 21
Back to the Future Day on October 21 marks the 'future' date visited in a 1989 sci-fi sequel. Learn how fans celebrate…
Arts & Entertainment Days
Books, films, music, comics and art all have their days. Celebrate creativity and the artists, authors and entertainers who inspire us.
26 days, starting with the next one coming up.
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National Color Day
Oct 22
National Color Day on October 22 celebrates the colors that brighten our world. Learn the science of color, from Isaac Newton to…
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International Artist Day
Oct 25
International Artist Day on October 25 honors artists and their contributions to culture. Learn its history and ways to support artists.
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National Author’s Day
Nov 1
National Author's Day on November 1 is a thank-you to the writers whose books shaped us. Read an author you love, tell…
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National Emo Day
Dec 19
National Emo Day on December 19 celebrates emo music and culture. Learn how emo began in 1980s Washington, D.C., and how fans…
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Public Domain Day
Jan 1
Public Domain Day on January 1 marks when copyrights expire and creative works become free for everyone to use. Learn how it…
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National Science Fiction Day
Jan 2
National Science Fiction Day on January 2 celebrates the books, films and ideas that imagine the future. Pick up a classic or…
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Appreciate a Dragon Day
Jan 16
Appreciate a Dragon Day on January 16 celebrates dragons in myth, books and culture. Learn its origin, dragon legends and the real…
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National Winnie the Pooh Day
Jan 18
National Winnie the Pooh Day on January 18 marks A. A. Milne's birthday. Revisit the original Hundred Acre Wood stories and their…
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Disc Jockey Day
Jan 20
Disc Jockey Day on January 20 celebrates DJs, from radio hosts to club and hip-hop pioneers. Learn the history of the disc…
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National Kazoo Day
Jan 28
National Kazoo Day on January 28 celebrates the humming instrument anyone can play. Learn kazoo history, how it works and how to…
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Inspire Your Heart with Art Day
Jan 31
Inspire Your Heart with Art Day on January 31 celebrates how art moves us. Learn how art supports well-being and simple ways…
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National Crayon Day
Mar 31
National Crayon Day on March 31 celebrates the wax sticks that launched countless artists. Learn crayon history and creative ways to celebrate.
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National Haiku Poetry Day
Apr 17
National Haiku Poetry Day on April 17 celebrates the short Japanese poem form. Learn haiku history, from Bashō to today, and how…
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National Tell a Story Day
Apr 27
National Tell a Story Day on April 27 celebrates the art of storytelling. Learn its history and ways to share stories with…
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National Superhero Day
Apr 28
National Superhero Day on April 28 celebrates fictional heroes and the real-life heroes who inspire us. Learn its history and ways to…
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International Dance Day
Apr 29
International Dance Day on April 29 celebrates dance in all its forms. Learn its history, the ballet master behind the date and…
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Star Wars Day
May 4
Star Wars Day on May 4 is a fan holiday based on a famous pun. Learn how 'May the Fourth' began and…
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National Limerick Day
May 12
National Limerick Day on May 12 honors Edward Lear, who popularized the funny five-line poem. Learn limerick history and how to write…
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International Museum Day
May 18
International Museum Day on May 18 celebrates museums worldwide. Learn its history, annual themes and ways to explore museums near you.
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Nature Photography Day
Jun 15
Nature Photography Day on June 15 encourages people to photograph the natural world. Learn the day's history and tips for better nature…
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National Camera Day
Jun 29
National Camera Day on June 29 celebrates the invention that lets us capture moments. Learn camera history, from camera obscura to smartphones.
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National Book Lovers Day
Aug 9
National Book Lovers Day on August 9 celebrates reading and the joy of books. Learn the history of books and libraries and…
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Bad Poetry Day
Aug 18
Bad Poetry Day on August 18 celebrates delightfully terrible verse. Learn about famously bad poets and how to write your own awful…
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National Read a Book Day
Sep 6
National Read a Book Day on September 6 encourages everyone to pick up a book. Learn the benefits of reading and tips…
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National Comic Book Day
Sep 25
National Comic Book Day on September 25 celebrates comics and graphic novels. Learn comic book history and ways to dive into the…