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January 12 Holidays

National Hot Tea Day
Food & Beverage

National Hot Tea Day

Sip into the warmth of National Hot Tea Day - indulge in a comforting mug of your favorite tea and relax with a good book!
Kiss a Ginger Day
Special Interest

Kiss a Ginger Day

Show your love and appreciation for redheads this Kiss a Ginger Day - smooch those rosy cheeks and make their day!
National Pharmacist Day
Appreciation

National Pharmacist Day

Show your gratitude to pharmacists this National Pharmacist Day - thank them for their dedication, hard work and commitment to helping others!
National Curried Chicken Day
Food & Beverage

National Curried Chicken Day

Spice up your day with some delicious curried chicken dishes to celebrate National Curried Chicken Day! Get ready for a flavorful feast.
National Marzipan Day
Food & Beverage

National Marzipan Day

Get ready to indulge in the delicious and unique flavor of marzipan on National Marzipan Day - perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings!
National Youth Day
Cause

National Youth Day

On National Youth Day, let's celebrate the bright and inspiring future ahead with the enthusiasm and energy of our youth!
Work Harder Day
Special Interest

Work Harder Day

Elevate your productivity and reach for success on Work Harder Day! Let's crush our goals together.
National Kettlebell Day
Health

National Kettlebell Day

Get ready to feel the burn on National Kettlebell Day! Grab your kettlebell and join in on the fitness fun with challenging workouts and expert tips.
Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution Day
Special Interest

Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution Day

Ready to stick to your New Year's resolutions? Join us on Stick to Your New Year's Resolution Day and let's make our goals a reality!
Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day
Fun

Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day

It's time to unleash your wild side and celebrate Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day with good food, great company, and lots of fun!
Haiti Remembrance Day
Federal

Haiti Remembrance Day

Join us in honoring the resilience and strength of Haiti on Remembrance Day - let's come together to remember, reflect, and rebuild.
Quitters Day
Special Interest

Quitters Day

Kick bad habits to the curb! Quitters Day is all about celebrating our bravery to say goodbye to what no longer serves us.
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Monthly Holidays that include January 12

National Staying Healthy Month
January

National Staying Healthy Month

Be your best self this month - join us in celebrating National Staying Healthy Month with tips, advice and activities to help you stay healthy!
Financial Wellness Month
January

Financial Wellness Month

This Financial Wellness Month, take control of your finances with budgeting tips and strategies to help you reach your financial goals!
International Creativity Month
January

International Creativity Month

Get ready to unleash your inner creative genius because it's International Creativity Month! Let your imagination run wild and create something amazing.
International Quality of Life Month
January

International Quality of Life Month

Celebrate International Quality of Life Month and make a commitment to improving your life - it's never too late to take control!
Get Organized Month
January

Get Organized Month

Ready to conquer clutter and chaos? Get Organized Month is the perfect time to declutter, streamline, and simplify your life!
National Train Your Dog Month
January

National Train Your Dog Month

Make your furry friend the best behaved pup on the block this National Train Your Dog Month with our top training tips and tricks!
Family Fit Lifestyle Month
January

Family Fit Lifestyle Month

Get the whole family moving and grooving this Family Fit Lifestyle Month! From fun outdoor activities to healthy recipes, make fitness a family affair.
National Blood Donor Month
January

National Blood Donor Month

Give the gift of life this National Blood Donor Month - sign up to donate and help save lives today!
National Mentoring Month
January

National Mentoring Month

Make a difference this National Mentoring Month - join our community and help support young people on their journey to success!
Dry January
January

Dry January

Start the New Year with a healthier lifestyle - join Dry January and make this your healthiest year yet!
National Bath Safety Month
January

National Bath Safety Month

Make sure your family stays safe during National Bath Safety Month - check for hazards, install safety products, and know the signs of drowning.
National Book Blitz Month
January

National Book Blitz Month

Get ready to dive into a world of literary adventures - it's National Book Blitz Month! Time to stock up on great reads and cozy up with a good book.
​Thyroid Awareness Month
January

​Thyroid Awareness Month

Join us in raising awareness for Thyroid Awareness Month - learn the signs and symptoms, and how to protect your thyroid health!
Cervical Health Awareness Month
January

Cervical Health Awareness Month

Celebrate Cervical Health Awareness Month by learning about cervical cancer, HPV, and other diseases to keep yourself informed and healthy!
Veganuary
January

Veganuary

Ready to take on the challenge of Veganuary? Join a growing movement and discover delicious plant-based alternatives for a healthier lifestyle!
National Meat Month
January

National Meat Month

Indulge in all your favorite meats this National Meat Month - from juicy steaks to savory barbecue, it's time to savor every bite!
National Hot Tea Month
January

National Hot Tea Month

Warm up your January with a cup of comfort on National Hot Tea Month - cozy, delicious, and perfect for any winter day!
National Soup Month
January

National Soup Month

Warm up your winter with delicious soups and stews during National Soup Month. From classic chicken noodle to hearty chili, there's a soup for everyone!

Famous Birthdays Today

<div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/tim-horton" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/41f7b4c6-baca-49bf-bbc6-8ae8dddc5b00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Tim Horton" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Ice Hockey Player</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/tim-horton" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Tim Horton</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/naya-rivera" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/7739ae39-94f8-4aa8-c37a-280e0e194700/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Naya Rivera" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/naya-rivera" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Naya Rivera</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/rob-zombie" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/8cedfa6c-d92d-4e62-2920-a21956a70900/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Rob Zombie" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Metal Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/rob-zombie" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Rob Zombie</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jeff-bezos" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/e25bb14b-dcf1-4d89-bf51-4d8cbedc7c00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jeff Bezos" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Entrepreneur</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jeff-bezos" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jeff Bezos</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/zayn-malik" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/8ea0133c-28e5-4aad-6c10-fdadf1730300/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Zayn Malik" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">R&B Singer</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/zayn-malik" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Zayn Malik</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jana-duggar" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/8019474b-d801-43ee-1d37-f95d9eae4800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jana Duggar" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Reality Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jana-duggar" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jana Duggar</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/howard-stern" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/2754ef0f-accd-47b5-1892-dd2426cb7a00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Howard Stern" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Radio Host</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/howard-stern" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Howard Stern</h3></a></div></div></div></div><div role="listitem" class="single-holiday w-dyn-item"><div class="position-relative---z-index-1"><div class="card card-image-top team-member-link-card"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kirstie-alley" class="card-link-image---image-wrapper border-radius-32px w-inline-block" target="_blank"><div class="holiday-card-image w-embed"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/lCsODh8EJUNDijZLbbcSWQ/73f97ddd-cfe1-4e09-5ff4-c3dc8253a600/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kirstie Alley" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actress</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kirstie-alley" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kirstie Alley</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

This Day in History

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1528</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gustav I Crowned King of Sweden</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gustav I of Sweden is officially crowned, marking a significant moment in Swedish history after having led the revolution against Denmark.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1616</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Founding of Belém, Brazil</div><div class='timeline-text'>Captain Francisco Caldeira Castelo Branco marked the founding of the city of Belém in Brazil.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1808</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Wernerian Society</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Wernerian Natural History Society, a Scottish learned society, holds its inaugural meeting in Edinburgh.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1866</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Royal Aeronautical Society Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The forming of the Royal Aeronautical Society in London, marking a key milestone in the progress of aviation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1895</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of the National Trust</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UK's National Trust was founded, dedicated to preserving and protecting historic places and spaces.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1932</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female US Senator</div><div class='timeline-text'>Hattie Caraway becomes the first woman elected to the United States Senate, marking a historic moment in US Politics.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Space Shuttle STS-61-C Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>Congressman and future NASA Administrator Bill Nelson lifts off aboard Columbia mission STS-61-C, showcasing human spaceflight advancements.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Opening of Downtown Disney</div><div class='timeline-text'>Downtown Disney opens to the public as part of the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, enhancing the entertainment experience of the resort.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>RMS Queen Mary 2 Maiden Voyage</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world's largest ocean liner, RMS Queen Mary 2, embarks on its first voyage, setting a new standard for luxury travel.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Deep Impact Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Deep Impact space probe launches from Cape Canaveral, initiating an ambitious mission to study the composition of the comet Tempel 1.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is January 12?
January 12 brims with an impressive variety of celebrations to keep you energized and joyful! From savoring a soothing cup on National Hot Tea Day and appreciating healthcare professionals on National Pharmacist Day to spicing up your meals with National Curried Chicken Day, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss the quirky and fun Kiss a Ginger Day, or take a moment to reflect on Haiti Remembrance Day. Dive into your goals with Stick to Your New Year's Resolution Day, or maybe it's time to finally call it quits with Quitters Day!