Every month at Good Good Good, we plan upcoming good news content for our Instagram, Goodnewsletter, Goodnewspaper, podcast, website, and more. Our work is always centered on hopeful stories about people making a difference in the world — and action steps on how each of us can join in with that good work.
With so many holidays, awareness days, education weeks, and activism months happening all year long, we’ve been slowly collecting all of these events in a private internal calendar for years.
While we mostly focus on awareness days and months (see our Monthly Awareness Days and Months Calendar) — we’ve also been slowly collecting other holidays as well.
Today, for the first time, we’re publishing our guide to social media holidays.
Our hope is this resource will help you or your organization find some fun holidays to celebrate on social media throughout the year — and that maybe some of those might also be important awareness days.
Where applicable, we’ve included resources around highlighted holidays — usually in the form of good news around particular topics, relevant quotes or recommendations, or action steps on how to make a difference. We encourage you to share them if you find them helpful.
We’ve worked hard to make this the most comprehensive collection of social media holidays on the internet. Of course, always double-check dates, as organizers may occasionally change dates.
Bookmark this page and revisit it as often as you need. We’ll continue to update it and add to it over time.
Social Media Holidays To Celebrate
January
Days
New Year’s Day - January 1
Read our guide on New Year’s resolutions to help people and the planet or explore ideas for your “word of the year”
National Bloody Mary Day - January 1
National Hangover Day - January 1
World Introvert Day - January 2
Science Fiction Day - January 2
National Trivia Day - January 4
National Spaghetti Day - January 4
National Bird Day - January 5
National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day - January 6
International Cut Your Energy Costs Day - January 10
National Bittersweet Chocolate Day - January 10
Human Trafficking Awareness Day - January 11
Learn about Dressember and Thorn: two nonprofits fighting human trafficking in unique ways
International Thank You Day - January 11
Learn about the power of gratitude (and why you should write that thank-you note
National Hot Tea Day - January 12
Clean Off Your Desk Day - 2nd Monday of January
National Sticker Day - January 13
Make Your Dream Come True Day - January 13
National Hat Day - January 15
National Bagel Day - January 15
Martin Luther King Jr. Day - 3rd Monday of January
Get to know how best to celebrate Martin Luther King Day and read quotes from his wife, Coretta Scott King, and his daughter, Bernice King.
National Religious Freedom Day - January 16
Ditch Your Resolution Day - January 17
Thesaurus Day - January 18
National Popcorn Day - January 19
Dolly Parton’s Birthday - January 19th
Celebrate the day by reading Dolly Parton’s most inspiring quotes about making the world a better place
International Day of Acceptance - January 20
Cheese Lovers Day - January 20
Get To Know Your Customers Day - 3rd Thursday of January
International Sweatpants Day - January 21
National Hugging Day - January 21
National Pie Day - January 23
National Compliment Day - January 24
Macintosh Day - January 24
Community Manager Appreciation Day - 4th Monday of January
Opposite Day - January 25
National Chocolate Cake Day - January 27
Data Privacy Day - January 28
National Hot Chocolate Day - January 31
Lunar New Year - Date varies in January or February
Months
Cervical Health Awareness Month
National Blood Donor Month
National Braille Literacy Month
National CBD Month
National Hobby Month
Explore the ultimate list of hobbies — and our guide to hobbies for women
National Soup Month
February
Days
National Girls and Women in Sports Day - February 1
National Freedom Day - February 1
World Hijab Day - February 1
Groundhog Day - February 2
World Wetlands Day - February 2
National Golden Retriever Day - February 3
National Wear Red Day - February 3
National Thank a Mail Carrier Day - February 4
Rosa Parks’ Birthday - February 4
World Cancer Day - February 4
Learn about the good news about the fight against cancer and meet one doctor changing the way we treat cancer
National Weatherperson’s Day - February 5
National Frozen Yogurt Day - February 6
National Send a Card to a Friend Day - February 7
National Boy Scouts Day - February 8
Propose Day - February 8
Safer Internet Day - 2nd Tuesday of February
National Pizza Day - February 9
National Inventors’ Day - February 11
International Day of Women and Girls in Science - February 11
National Guitar Day - February 11
Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday - February 12
World Radio Day - February 13
Galentine’s Day - February 13
Shine a Light on Slavery Day - February 13th
Read about one nonprofit that found a creative way to combat human trafficking with a fashion challenge
Super Bowl - 2nd Sunday of February
Valentine’s Day - February 14
We put together a guide on fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day sustainably and a guide to eco-friendly sustainable Valentine’s Day gifts to buy
Random Acts of Kindness Day - February 17
Try one of these ideas for random acts of kindness and read about how to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day.
National Drink Wine Day - February 18
National Battery Day - February 18
World Whale Day - February 19th
Want some good news about whales? Humpback whales are THRIVING!
World Day of Social Justice - February 20
Check out our curated collection of the best quotes about social justice
Love Your Pet Day - February 20
International Mother Language Day - February 21
National Pancake Day - February 21
World Thinking Day - February 22
World Bartender Day - February 24
International Stand Up to Bullying Day - February 24
National Clam Chowder Day - February 25
Letter to an Elder Day - February 26
International Polar Bear Day - February 27
Floral Design Day - February 28
Presidents’ Day - 3rd Monday of February
National Skip the Straw Day - 4th Friday of February
Lunar New Year - Date varies in January or February
Mardi Gras - Tuesday before Ash Wednesday (Date varies in February or March)
Months
Black History Month
Read and share these ideas to celebrate Black History Month
National Heart Health Month
National Snack Food Month
March
Days
Zero Discrimination Day - March 1
National Wedding Planning Day - March 1
World Compliment Day - March 1
Learn about the power of compliments and explore the ultimate list of the best compliment ideas
National Read Across America Day - March 2
World Teen Mental Health Day - March 2
World Wildlife Day - March 3
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate World Wildlife Day
Caregiver Appreciation Day - March 3
National Grammar Day - March 4
National Salesperson Day - March 4
National Backcountry Ski Day - March 4
National Employee Appreciation Day - 1st Friday of March
National Day of Unplugging - 1st Friday of March
National Dentist’s Day - March 6
National Frozen Food Day - March 6
National Dress Day - March 6
National Be Heard Day - March 7
National Cereal Day - March 7
International Women’s Day - March 8
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate International Women’s Day
National Proofreading Day - March 8
Barbie Day - March 9
National Crab Meat Day - March 9
National Picnic Day - March 9
National Pack Your Lunch Day - March 10
Popcorn Lover’s Day - 2nd Thursday of March
World Plumbing Day - March 11
Plant a Flower Day - March 12
National Girl Scout Day - March 12
National K9 Veterans Day - March 13
Potato Chip Day - March 14
Pi Day - March 14
Daylight Savings - 2nd Sunday of March
National Napping Day - The day after Daylight Savings
World Consumer Rights Day - March 15
Equal Pay Day - Date varies each year
National Freedom of Information Day - March 16
Panda Bear Day - March 16
St. Patrick’s Day - March 17
Awkward Moments Day - March 18
Global Recycling Day - March 18
World Sleep Day - Friday before the Spring Vernal Equinox
National Let’s Laugh Day - March 19
National Poultry Day - March 19
World Oral Health Day - March 20
Proposal Day - March 20
International Day of Happiness - March 20
Fred Rogers’ Birthday - March 20th
Explore the ultimate list of the best quotes from Mister Rogers
World Storytelling Day - March 20
First Day of Spring - March 20
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - March 21
World Down Syndrome Day - March 21
World Poetry Day - March 21
International Day of Forests - March 21
World Water Day - March 22
Check out this collection of the best positive news stories about water
American Diabetes Association Alert Day - 4th Tuesday of March
National Puppy Day - March 23
World Meteorological Day - March 23
National Cheesesteak Day - March 24
National Cocktail Day - March 24
Tolkien Reading Day - March 25
National Spinach Day - March 26
Purple Day - March 26
World Theatre Day - March 27
Earth Hour Day - Last Saturday of March
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day - March 29
National Vietnam War Veterans’ Day - March 29
Doctor’s Day - March 30
National Take a Walk in the Park Day - March 30
World Backup Day - March 31
International Transgender Day of Visibility - March 31
Read and share the ultimate guide on how to celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility
Manatee Appreciation Day - March 31
National Clams on the Half Shell Day - March 31
Mardi Gras - Tuesday before Ash Wednesday (Date varies in February or March)
Months
Women’s History Month
Explore our guide to activities and ideas for Women’s History Month — and read and share empowering quotes for Women’s History Month
Endometriosis Awareness Month
Brain Injury Awareness Month
International Ideas Month
Social Work Month
National Reading Month
Explore our top Good Good Good-approved book recommendations and make sure to shop with independent (non-Amazon) bookstores
Disability Awareness Month
Explore our calendar of disability awareness days and weeks
April
Days
April Fools’ Day - April 1
Check out Good Good Good’s article which may or may not be an April Fool’s joke
World Autism Acceptance Day - April 2
Find a Rainbow Day - April 3
National DIY Day - April 3
Jane Goodall’s Birthday - April 3
Celebrate Jane Goodall’s birthday by reading her most iconic quotes about animals, climate change, and living a meaningful life
World Party Day - April 3
Tell a Lie Day - April 4
Maya Angelou’s Birthday - April 4
Read and share the best quotes by Maya Angelou — plus check out all of Maya Angelou’s poems
Hug a Newsperson Day - April 4
National Flash Drive Day - April 5
National Walking Day - April 6
National Student-Athlete Day - April 6
National Carbonara Day - April 6
National Library Day - April 6th
Read about the many reasons libraries are important
World Health Day - April 7
Get inspired by quotes from global health advocate Paul Farmer and read the best positive articles about world health
National Beer Day - April 7
Walk to Work Day - April 7
National Siblings Day - April 10
Encourage a Young Writer Day - April 10
National Pet Day - April 11
Read and share the ultimate guide on how to celebrate National Pet Day
Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day - April 12
International Lawyers’ Day - April 12
International Day of Human Space Flight - April 12
International Plant Appreciation Day - April 13
National Scrabble Day - April 13
National Gardening Day - April 14
National Laundry Day - April 15
National Tax Day - April 15
National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day - April 16
Husband Appreciation Day - April 16
National Librarian Day - April 16
National Cheese Ball Day - April 17
Haiku Poetry Day - April 17
National Columnists’ Day - April 18
Tax Day (U.S.) - April 18
National Look-Alike Day - April 20
Volunteer Recognition Day - April 20
National High-Five Day - 3rd Thursday of April
Get to Know Your Customers Day - 3rd Thursday of April
National Administrative Professionals Day - April 21
Kindergarten Day - April 21
Earth Day - April 22
Explore out guide full of activities and ideas to celebrate Earth Day. Plus: Read the best good news stories about climate change and all of Good Good Good’s positive coverage on the environment. And check out our list of the best Earth Day quotes.
National Picnic Day - April 23
World Laboratory Day - April 23
World Book Day - April 23
Check out these good book recommendations
National Mani and Pedi Day - April 25
World Penguin Day - April 25
National Telephone Day - April 25
World Malaria Day - April 25
Good news: The new malaria vaccine is poised to save millions of children’s lives
Administrative Professionals Day - April 26
International Lesbian Day of Visibility - April 26
Denim Day - Last Wednesday of April
National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day - 4th Thursday of April
Arbor Day - Last Friday of April
Learn about how many trees are on planet earth, read our review of Ecosia (the free tool that plants trees while you surf the internet), explore tree quotes, and read all of our positive tree news.
National Superhero Day - April 28
International Astronomy Day - April 28
Pay It Forward Day - April 28
International Dance Day - April 29
National Honesty Day - April 30
Independent Bookstore Day - Last Saturday in April
Read and share the complete guide to Independent Bookstore Day celebration ideas. Plus: Learn about the best online bookstores that aren’t Amazon — many of which support local independent bookstores
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day - April 30
Read and share these reasons to adopt a dog from your local shelter
International Jazz Day - April 30
Weeks
National Volunteer Week - Third Week of April
National Park Week - Week-long Event in April
Read and share our guide on ways to celebrate National Park Week. Plus: Learn about fee-free days at national parks and explore the best products and gifts that give back to national parks
Months
Arab American Heritage Month
Read and share the best ways to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month
Diversity Month
Earth Month
Learn about the history of Earth Month and ideas for how to celebrate Earth Month
National Stress Awareness Month
Autism Acceptance Month
Move More Month
National Poetry Month
National Brunch Month
World Landscape Architecture Month
May
Days
May Day - May 1
International Workers Day - May 1
National Fitness Day - May 1
World Press Freedom Day - May 3
World Asthma Day - 1st Tuesday of May
National Teacher Appreciation Day - 1st Tuesday of the first full week of May
Star Wars Day - May 4
International Firefighters Day - May 4
Cinco de Mayo - May 5
World Password Day - 1st Thursday of May
National Nurses Day - May 6
International No Diet Day - May 6
Space Day - 1st Friday of May
Fair Trade Day - 2nd Saturday of May
Mother’s Day - 2nd Sunday of May
Learn about the viral Mother’s Day campaign encouraging ‘phone calls not flowers’
Europe Day - May 9
National Moscato Day - May 9
National Small Business Day - May 10
Twilight Zone Day - May 11
National Receptionist Day - 2nd Wednesday of May
National Limerick Day - May 12
International Nurses Day - May 12
International Day of Families - May 15
Love a Tree Day - May 16
National Do Something Good For Your Neighbor Day - May 16
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia - May 17
World Baking Day - May 17
National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day - May 18
Visit Your Relatives Day - May 18
International Museum Day - May 18
Global Accessibility Awareness Day - 3rd Thursday of May
National Bike to Work Day - 3rd Friday of May
Endangered Species Day - 3rd Friday of May
Pizza Party Day - May 19
NASCAR Day - May 20
National Endangered Species Day - May 20
National Rescue Dog Day - May 20
Read and share these reasons to adopt a rescue dog
Armed Forces Day - May 20
World Bee Day - May 20
“Bee Girl Sarah” is saving the bees and providing education on how others can join in
National Memo Day - May 21
World Whiskey Day - May 21
Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day - May 21
Find out which fruits and veggies are in season right now
International Day of Biological Diversity Day - May 22
World Goth Day - May 22
World Paloma Day - May 22
Lucky Penny Day - May 23
World Turtle Day - May 23
Mister Rogers’ 143 Day - May 23
In honor of Mister Rogers’ love for the number 143 — learn how to celebrate 143 Day and check out the 143 best quotes from America’s neighbor
National Asparagus Day - March 24
National Scavenger Hut Day - May 24
National Missing Children’s Day - May 25
Tap Dance Day - May 25
National Heat Awareness Day - May 26
National Road Trip Day - May 26
National Red Nose Day - Last Thursday of May
Heat Awareness Day - Last Friday of May
National Sunscreen Day - May 27
National Brisket Day - May 28
Hamburger Day - May 28
Paperclip Day - May 29
Learn About Composting Day - May 29
Start by learning about food waste
Memorial Day - Last Monday of May
Mint Julep Day - May 30
National Creativity Day - May 30
National Smile Day - May 31
World No Tobacco Day - May 31
Natonal Senior Health & Fitness Day - May 31
Weeks
Teacher Appreciation Week - 1st full week of May
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week
Small Business Week - 1st full week of May
National Nurses’ Week - May 6th-12th
Months
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Jewish American Heritage Month
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
Read and share ideas for how to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month
Older Americans Month
National Teen Self Esteem Month
No Mow May
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
National Clean Air Month
Global Employee Health & Fitness Month
National Photography Month
June
Days
Global Day of Parents - June 1
Dinosaur Day - June 1
National Nail Polish Day - June 1
National Olive Day - June 1
Leave the Office Early Day - June 2
National “I Love My Dentist” Day - June 2
World Running Day - June 2
World Bicycle Day - June 3
Natoinal Egg Day - June 3
World Cider Day - June 3
National Donut Day - 1st Friday of June
National Cheese Day - June 4
Shopping Cart Day - June 4
World Environment Day - June 5
National Cancer Survivors Day - 1st Sunday of June
Higher Education Day - June 6
National Chocolate Ice Cream Day - June 7
National Tailors Day - June 7
World Oceans Day - June 8
Read and share ideas about how to celebrate World Oceans Day
Best Friends Day - June 8
Herb and Spices Day - June 10
National Iced Tea Day - June 10
International Children’s Day - 2nd Sunday of June
National Corn on the Cob Day - June 11
Peanut Butter Cookie Day - June 12
World Blood Donor Day - June 14
National Flag Day - June 14
Global Wind Day - June 15
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - June 15
National Fudge Day - June 16
Nursing Assistants Day - June 16
National Flip Flop Day - June 16
Global Garbage Man Day - June 17
Go Fishing Day - June 18
International Sushi Day - June 18
Juneteenth - June 19
Read and share ideas about how to thoughtfully celebrate Juneteenth and read these Juneteenth quotes
Father’s Day - 3rd Sunday of June
World Refugee Day - June 20
Read and share ideas about how to celebrate World Refugee Day, read quotes by and about refugees, and get inspired by the good being done by and for refugees around the world
Ice Cream Soda Day - June 20
National American Eagle Day - June 20
Go Skate Day - June 21
National Selfie Day - June 21
World Music Day - June 21
International Yoga Day - June 21
National HVAC Tech Day - June 22
National Hydration Day - June 23
National Pink Day - June 23
International Day of the Seafarer - June 25
Global Beatles Day - June 25
National Beautician’s Day - June 26
National Chocolate Pudding Day - June 26
National HIV Testing Day - June 27
National PTSD Awareness Day - June 27
National Sunglasses Day - June 27
Insurance Awareness Day - June 28
Social Media Day - June 30
National Handshake Day - Last Thursday of June
Months
Pride Month
Read and share ideas for how to thoughtfully celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Immigrant Heritage Month
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
African-American Music Appreciation Month
Candy Month
Effective Communication Month
Animal Cruelty Prevention Month
Read and share the best quotes about stopping animal cruelty
Gun Violence Awareness Month
Take action to prevent gun violence in the United States
July
Days
Canada Day - July 1
Dive into the best good news from Canada
International Joke Day - July 1
International Reggae Day - July 1
National Postal Worker Day - July 1
World UFO Day - July 2
International Plastic Bag Free Day - July 3
Independence Day / Fourth of July - July 4
National Caesar Salad Day - July 4
National Workaholics Day - July 5
International Kissing Day - July 6
National Air Traffic Control Day - July 6
National Fried Chicken Day - July 6
Take Your Webmaster to Lunch Day - July 6
Global Forgiveness Day - July 7
World Chocolate Day - July 7
Use today as an opportunity to try delicious vegan and plant-based chocolates
National Video Games Day - July 8
National Pina Colada Day - July 9
Cheer Up the Lonely Day - July 11
Read these ideas on how to cheer yourself up
7-Eleven Day - July 11
National Swimming Pool Day - July 11
World Population Day - July 11
Pecan Pie Day - July 12
Malala Day - July 12
Read all of Malala Yousafzai’s most inspiring quotes
National French Fry Day - July 13
National Macaroni and Cheese Day - July 14
Shark Awareness Day - July 14
World Chimpanzee Day - July 14th
Read all of the best quotes from Jane Goodall and learn about famous conservationists
Social Media Giving Day - July 15
National Clean Beauty Day - July 15
Give Something Away Day - July 15
National Ice Cream Day - July 16
Be Love Day (King Center) - July 16
National Personal Chef Day - July 16
World Snake Day - July 16
World Emoji Day - July 17
National Ice Cream Day - July 17
National Tattoo Day - July 17
National Lottery Day - July 17
World Emoji Day - July 17
World Day for International Justice - July 17
Read and share from our curated collection of the best quotes about justice
Mandela Day - July 18
Read all of Nelson Mandela’s best quotes
World Listening Day - July 18
National Moon Day - July 20
World Jump Day - July 20
National Hot Dog Day - July 21
National Junk Food Day - July 21
Mango Day - July 22
Vanilla Ice Cream Day - July 23
Amelia Earhart Day - July 24
International Self Care Day - July 24
Learn how to celebrate International Self-Care Day. Plus: Explore inspiring self-care quotes and try out a few self-care ideas
National Tequila Day - July 24
Culinarians Day - July 25
National Hire a Veteran Day - July 25
National Wine and Cheese Day - July 25
Disability Independence Day - July 26
National Aunt and Uncle Day - July 26
National Refreshment Day - July 27
System Administrator Appreciation Day - July 28
International Tiger Day - July 29
National Lipstick Day - July 29
Get to Know Your Customers Day - 3rd Thursday of July
Talk in an Elevator Day - Last Friday of July
International Day of Friendship - July 30
National Avocado Day - July 31
National Watermelon Day - July 31
Months
Disability Pride Month
Get ideas for how to thoughtfully celebrate Disability Pride Month this year
Plastic Free July
BIPOC Mental Health Month
Explore these Black mental health resources
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
American Artist Appreciation Month
French-American Heritage Month
Independent Retailer Month
National Anti-Boredom Month
August
Days
Respect for Parents Day - August 1
Friendship Day - August 1
National Girlfriends’ Day - August 1
Ice Cream Sandwich Day - August 2
National Coloring Book Day - August 2
Esther Day - August 3
Read and share this guide about how to celebrate Esther Day
Chocolate Chip Cookie Day - August 4
International Beer Day - August 4
International Hangover Day - August 6
National Sister Day - August 6
Professional Speakers Day - August 7
Purple Heart Day - August 7
International Cat Day - August 8
National Book Lovers’ Day - August 9
International Day of the World’s Indigenous People - August 9
Get to know Indigenous activists making the world a better place
National Lazy Day - August 10
National Sons and Daughters Day - August 11
International Youth Day - August 12
World Elephant Day - August 12
International Lefthanders Day - August 13
National Financial Awareness Day - August 14
National Creamsicle Day - August 14
National Relaxation Day - August 15
National Tell a Joke Day - August 16
National Nonprofit Day - August 17
Check out this curated collection of examples of nonprofit organizations
National Thrift Shop Day - August 17
Read and share this guide to the best online thrift stores
Bad Poetry Day - August 18
National Potato Day - August 19
World Photo Day - August 19
World Humanitarian Day - August 19
Read our guide on ideas for celebrating World Humanitarian Day this year
National Lemonade Day - August 20
National Radio Day - August 20
World Mosquito Day - August 20
Senior Citizen’s Day - August 21
Tooth Fairy Day - August 22
National Waffle Day - August 24
National Dog Day - August 26
National Women’s Equality Day - August 26
National Grief Awareness Day - August 30
National Eat Outside Day - August 31
Months
National Black Business Month
Explore our guide to finding and supporting Black-owned businesses, restaurants, and more in your community
National Dog Month
September
Days
World Letter Writing Day - September 1
National Food Bank Day - September 2
Skyscraper Day - September 3
Every Woman Day - September 3
National Tailgating Day - September 4
International Bacon Day - September 4
National Wildlife Day - September 4
Labor Day - September 4
National Grandparents Day - 1st Sunday of September
International Day of Charity - September 5
Check out this curated list of great examples of charities
Be Late For Something Day - September 5
Cheese Pizza Day - September 5
Labor Day - 1st Monday of September
Read a Book Day - September 6
National Acorn Squash Day - September 7
International Day of Clean Air - September 7
National Beer Lovers Day - September 7
National Grateful Patient Day - September 7
International Literacy Day - September 8
World Physical Therapy Day - September 8
National 401(k) Day - September 8
R U OK Day - September 9
Stand Up to Cancer Day - 2nd Friday of September
World Suicide Prevention Day - September 10
Read about how to support someone who’s struggling with suicide
National Grandparents Day - September 10
National Video Game Day - September 10
National Day of Service and Remembrance - September 11
National Video Games Day - September 12
National Day of Encouragement - September 12
Positive Thinking Day - September 13
Read these curated collections of positive quotes and positive affirmations — and make sure to subscribe to the Goodnewspaper for the best positive news
Online Learning Day - September 15
International Day of Democracy - September 15
National Guacamole Day - September 16
Working Parents Day - September 16
National Dance Day - September 16
Citizenship Day - September 17
Wife Appreciation Day - September 17
National Cheeseburger Day - September 18
National Women’s Friendship Day - September 19
Talk Like a Pirate Day - September 19
International Day of Peace - September 21
World Alzheimer’s Day - September 21
Miniature Golf Day - September 21
Business Women’s Day - September 22
World Car-Free Day - September 22
Explore this list of ways to live and commute without a car
Hobbit Day - September 22
National Singles Day - September 23
National Hunting and Fishing Day - September 23
Celebrate Bisexuality Day - September 23
National Public Lands Day - September 24th
Read and share this guide on how to celebrate National Public Lands Day. Plus: Visit a national park for free today!
National Daughters Day - September 25
National Lobster Day - September 25
National Family Day - September 26
National Pancake Day - September 26
European Day of Languages - September 26
World Tourism Day - September 27
World Day of Migrants & Refugees - September 27
World Rabies Day - September 28
World News Day - September 28
Practice better news-consumption habits by learning how to read the news (and don’t forget the good news!)
National Women’s Health and Fitness Day - Last Wednesday of September
National Coffee Day - September 29
World Heart Day - September 29
International Podcast Day - September 30
Civic Day of Hacking - Date varies each year
Weeks
Banned Books Week
Read and share our guide to how to fight book bans during Banned Books Week and beyond
Suicide Prevention Week
Explore our guide to Suicide Prevention Week actions and ideas
Months
Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15)
Read and share these ideas for how to thoughtfully celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
World Alzheimer’s Month
Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Classical Music Month
Baby Safety Month
Library Card Sign-up Month
Mullets For Mental Health Month
Read this good news story about the Australians sporting mullets to raise money for mental health research
National Alcohol & Drug Addication Recovery Month
National Suicide Prevention Month
Checkout the Suicide Prevention Month action guide — and also read and share this collection of the best suicide prevention quotes
October
Days
International Day of Older Persons - October 1
International Coffee Day - October 1
World Vegeterian Day - October 1
International Day of Nonviolence - October 2
National Custodial Worker Day - October 2
Disabled Authors Day - October 2
Read and share the best books about disabilities — written by disabled authors
Name Your Car Day - October 2
Mean Girls Day - October 3
National Boyfriends’ Day - October 3
National Techies Day - October 3
World Habitat Day - 1st Monday of October
World Animal Day - October 4
There’s so much animal good news to celebrate! Dive into some of the best stories worth sharing.
National Taco Day - October 4
PGA Golf Day - October 4
National Do Something Nice Day - October 5
Inbox Zero Day - October 5
World Teachers’ Day - October 5
Read about these famous teachers and educators changing the world and watch these teacher TikToks
World Smile Day - October 6
World Smile Day - 1st Friday of October
Thanksgiving Day (Canada) - 2nd Monday of October
Indigenous Peoples’ Day - 2nd Monday of October
Fire Prevention Day - October 9
Columbus Day - October 9
World Inclusion Day - October 10
World Mental Health Day - October 10
Explore our guide to World Mental Health Day activities & shop mental health shirts that give back to charity
World Homeless Day - October 10
Explore our guide on how to create a homeless care package and share these quotes about homelessness
International Day of the Girl - October 11
National Coming Out Day - October 11
Eleanor Roosevelt’s Birthday - October 11
Read and share First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt’s most inspiring quotes
International Newspaper Carrier Day - October 12th
A fantastic day to show off your Goodnewspaper
World Sight Day - 2nd Thursday of October
Treat Yo’ Self Day - October 13th
The perfect day to practice some self-care! Check out our self-care ideas, the best self-care apps, and even some self-care quotes.
National Dessert Day - October 14
Global Handwashing Day - October 15
Spirit Day (for LGBTQ+ Youth) - October 15
World Food Day / World Hunger Day - October 16
Learn about hunger: How many people die of hunger? Is hunger a winnable war? How can we make a difference? And what quotes can inspire us to stop world hunger?
Bosses Day - October 16
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - October 17
Learn from the leaders at the forefront of fighting poverty and the systemic injustices that cause it by reading quotes about poverty
National Pasta Day - October 17
Reptile Awareness Day - October 21
Back to the Future Day - October 21
International Stuttering Awareness Day - October 22
Get to know this organization helping to end the stigma around stuttering
Get to Know Your Customers Day - 3rd Thursday of October
National Boston Cream Pie Day - October 23
United Nations Day - October 24
Greasy Foods Day - October 25
International Artist Day - October 25
National Pumpkin Day - October 26
National Chocolate Day - October 28
National Frankenstein Day - October 29
National Cat Day - October 29
Bob Ross’ Birthday - October 29
National Publicist Day - October 30
National Candy Corn Day - October 30
Checklist Day - October 30
Halloween - October 31
Weeks
OCD Week - 2nd Week of October
Learn more about obsessive compulsive disorder from our guide: What actually is OCD — and how to make a difference for the people you care about
Pizzamas - Two-week Event in Fall
Read all about Pizzamas: a unique holiday raising money for charity
Months
Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15)
Read and share this guide on how to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month — plus, check out these Hispanic Heritage Month quotes
Global Diversity Awareness Month
AIDS Awareness Month
We’ve made a lot of progress in the fight against AIDS — and that’s worth celebrating!
LGBTQ+ History Month
Black History Month (UK)
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Women’s Small Business Month
National Cookie Month
National Co-op Month
National Book Month
Explore our guide to activities and ideas to celebrate National Book Month
November
Days
National Authors Day - November 1
World Vegan Day - November 1
National Cook For Your Pets Day - November 1
National Stress Awareness Day - 1st Wednesday of November
National Sandwich Day - November 3
National Candy Day - November 4
National Cappuccino Day - November 8
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Day (STEM Day) - November 8
Social Media Kindness Day - November 9
Read and share these quotes about kindness — and this list of random acts of kindness
World Freedom Day - November 9
Forget-Me-Not Day - November 10
Veterans Day - November 11
World Kindness Day - November 13
Explore these activities and ideas for how to celebrate Veterans Day
World Diabetes Day - November 14
Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day - November 15
America Recycles Day - November 15
National Entrepreneurs Day - 3rd Tuesday of November
International Day for Tolerance - November 16
National Fast Food Day - November 16
World Philosophy Day - November 16
International Students Day - November 17
Social Enterprise Day - November 17
International Men’s Day - November 19
Univeral Children’s Day - November 20
Transgender Day of Remembrance - November 20
World Hello Day - November 21
World Television Day - November 21
National Jukebox Day - November 22
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women - November 25
National Cake Day - November 26
Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday of November
National Day of Listening - 1st Friday after Thanksgiving
Black Friday - 1st Friday after Thanksgiving
Small Business Saturday - 1st Saturday after Thanksgiving
Explore these creative ideas for how to celebrate Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday - 1st Saturday after Thanksgiving
Cyber Monday - Monday after Thanksgiving
Giving Tuesday - Tuesday after Thanksgiving
Read and share our article on how and where to donate for Giving Tuesday (and more ideas) — plus, read the best Giving Tuesday quotes
Electronic Greeting Card Day - November 29
Computer Security Day - November 30
Months
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week - Week prior to Thanksgiving
Read and share these quotes about hunger — plus, learn how to create a homeless care package
Months
Native American Heritage Month
Explore the ultimate guide for how to (meaningfully) celebrate Native American Heritage Month
National Novel Writing Month
Movember
No Shave November
Men’s Health Awareness Month
Native American Heritage Month
Diabetes Awareness Month
Epilepsy Awareness Month
National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
National Gratitude Month
December
Days
World AIDS Day - December 1
Celebrate World AIDS Day by reading good news about the fight against HIV/AIDS
Rosa Parks Day - December 1
Read and share the best Rosa Parks quotes
International Day of Persons with Disabilities - December 3
National Santa’s List Day - December 4
National Cookie Day - December 4
World Soil Day - December 5
International Volunteer Day - December 5
Repeal Day - December 5
International Volunteer Day - December 5
Read and share these quotes about volunteering
Microwave Oven Day - December 6
Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day - December 8
National Salesperson Day - 2nd Friday of December
International Human Rights Day - December 10
Nobel Prize Day - December 10
International Mountain Day - December 11
Poinsettia Day - December 12
National Cocoa Day - December 13
Bill of Rights Day - December 15
Ugly Sweater Day - December 16
National Maple Syrup Day - December 17
Free Shipping Day - December 18
International Migrants Day - December 18
Bah Humbug Day - December 21
Crossword Puzzle Day - December 21
Festivus - December 23
Christmas Adam - December 23
Christmas Eve - December 24
Christmas Day - December 25
Boxing Day - December 26
No Interruptions Day - December 27
Call a Friend Day - December 28
New Year’s Eve - December 31
Pick out your Word of the Year or a Resolution for the new year!
Months
AIDS Awareness Month
Dressember
Learn more about how Dressember is using dresses to make a difference
Learn a Foreign Language Month
National Car Donation Month
National Drunk Driving Prevention Month
National Write a Business Plan Month
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