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16 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by how many people have saved them.

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Answer The Telephone Like Buddy The Elf Day BIGGEST ON DECEMBER 18
Pop Culture Movies & TV United States

Answer The Telephone Like Buddy The Elf Day

Spread holiday cheer and answer the telephone like everyone's favorite elf Buddy! Make Answer The Telephone Like Buddy The Elf Day one to remember!

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National Twin Day
Community Origin
National Twin Day

An observance on December 18 celebrating twins, other multiples, and the bond between them, alongside the science and culture of twinning.

Relationships Siblings United States
262
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Bake Cookies Day
Food observance
Bake Cookies Day

Celebrate Bake Cookies Day with your family and friends - whip up a batch of delicious cookies for everyone to enjoy!

Food Baking United States
240
04
National Ugly Sweater Day
Observance
National Ugly Sweater Day

Dress your best (or worst!) for National Ugly Sweater Day - get creative and have some fun with funky patterns, bright colors, and outrageous accessories!

Style Fashion United States
182
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Wear a Plunger on Your Head Day
Community origin
Wear a Plunger on Your Head Day

Let's get weird this Wear a Plunger on Your Head Day - show off your creative side and have some fun with it!

Fun Silly United States
148
06
National Deborah Day
Observance
National Deborah Day

It's time to honor all the amazing Deborahs out there on National Deborah Day! Show your love and gratitude for these strong, talented women.

Names International
125
07
National Get Your Girlfriend Coffee Day
Observance
National Get Your Girlfriend Coffee Day

Wake up and smell the coffee - Treat your significant other to their favorite cup of joe, they deserve it.

Relationships Romance United States
91
08
National Roast Suckling Pig Day
Food observance
National Roast Suckling Pig Day

Celebrate National Roast Suckling Pig Day with delicious recipes and flavorful ingredients - it's the perfect way to treat your taste buds!

Food Meat United States
91
09
Arabic Language Day
Observance
Arabic Language Day

Experience the beauty of Arabic Language Day - explore its history, learn new words, and immerse yourself in cultural traditions!

School Literacy International
80
10
International Migrants Day
Awareness day
International Migrants Day

Show your support for International Migrants Day this year - join the movement and help protect the rights of all migrants around the world!

Awareness Social Justice International
80
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National Jeremy Day
Observance
National Jeremy Day

Get ready to honor all the Jeremys out there on National Jeremy Day - it's time to celebrate this awesome name in a big way!

Names International
80
12
National Underdog Day
Awareness day
National Underdog Day

Celebrate National Underdog Day by showing your support to the underdog in your life - cheer them on and show them that they can do anything!

Awareness Social Justice United States
57
13
​National Wreaths Across America Day
Observance
​National Wreaths Across America Day

Join us in honoring the fallen on National Wreaths Across America Day - lay wreaths at gravesites to pay tribute and remember their service.

Careers Military United States
57
14
National Twins Day
Observance
National Twins Day

Double the fun on National Twins Day! Celebrate the unique bond of twinship with special activities and shared memories.

Relationships Siblings United States
46
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Qatar National Day
Observance
Qatar National Day

Join in the festivities and honor Qatar's rich culture and heritage on their National Day - complete with parades, concerts, and traditional food!

Culture Regional Qatar
11
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Republic Day of Niger
Observance
Republic Day of Niger

Get ready to honor the rich culture and history of Niger on Republic Day - join in the festivities and celebrate with music, food, and traditional displays!

Culture Civics Niger
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