Days & Observances Observance
National Singles Day
National Singles Day falls in late September each year, celebrating single people during National Singles Week in the United States.
Days & Observances
National days, observances and what they celebrate — dates and origins.
Days & Observances Observance
National Read A Book Day
National Read a Book Day is celebrated every year on September 6, encouraging everyone to pick up a book and enjoy reading.
Days & Observances Awareness Day
National Redhead Day
National Redhead Day is celebrated on November 5 to embrace red hair and counter bullying, founded in 2015 by sisters Adrienne and…
Days & Observances Observance
National Puzzle Day
National Puzzle Day is celebrated every year on January 29, honoring crosswords, jigsaws, brain teasers, and puzzles of all kinds.
Days & Observances Awareness Day
National Principals Day
National Principals Day, also called School Principals' Day, is observed every May 1 to honor the school leaders who keep campuses running.
Days & Observances Food Day
National Potato Day
National Potato Day is celebrated every August 19 in the U.S., honoring the humble, versatile spud that anchors cuisines around the world.
Days & Observances Food Day
National Pretzel Day
National Pretzel Day is observed every April 26, honoring the twisted snack's deep roots in American, and especially Pennsylvania, food culture.
Days & Observances Awareness Day
National Pharmacist Day
National Pharmacist Day is observed every year on January 12, honoring pharmacists for their vital role in patient care and public health.
Days & Observances Food Day
National Pie Day
National Pie Day is celebrated every January 23, a fixed date honoring pies of every kind, from fruit-filled to savory.
Days & Observances Observance
National Pokemon Day
National Pokemon Day is celebrated every year on February 27, marking the 1996 launch of the first Pokemon games in Japan.
Days & Observances Food Day
National Pancake Day
IHOP's National Pancake Day is a floating charity event on the first Tuesday of March, falling on March 3 in 2026.
Days & Observances Food Day
National Pasta Day
National Pasta Day is celebrated on October 17, a fixed-date food holiday honoring pasta in all its shapes and sauces.