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January 18 Holidays

January 18 Daily Holidays in 2025

National Winnie the Pooh Day
Arts & Entertainment

National Winnie the Pooh Day

Let's celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day together! Grab your honey, your hunny-pots, and some honey-cubes - it's time to indulge in a little bit of Pooh!
National Gourmet Coffee Day
Food & Beverage

National Gourmet Coffee Day

Wake up and smell the deliciousness! It's National Gourmet Coffee Day, the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite specialty brew.
National Michigan Day
Appreciation

National Michigan Day

Celebrate National Michigan Day by exploring the great lakes, discovering beautiful nature trails, and sampling delicious local cuisine!
National Thesaurus Day
Special Interest

National Thesaurus Day

Celebrate National Thesaurus Day with a fun word hunt! Challenge yourself to find the perfect words to express yourself and get creative!
National Peking Duck Day
Food & Beverage

National Peking Duck Day

Get ready to savor the delicious flavors of National Peking Duck Day - a celebration of one of China's most iconic and mouth-watering dishes!
Get to Know Your Customers Day
Fun

Get to Know Your Customers Day

Engage, interact, and connect on Get to Know Your Customers Day! Cultivate relationships and discover the heart behind every transaction.
National Forrest Day
Name Days

National Forrest Day

Happy National Forrest Day to all the amazing people out there with the name Forrest! Let's celebrate their unique and special names today.
Women’s Healthy Weight Day
Health

Women’s Healthy Weight Day

Empower your health journey on Women's Healthy Weight Day! Celebrate fitness, wholesome food, and positive body image. Your well-being matters!
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2025 Monthly Holidays that include January 18

National Staying Healthy Month
Health

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!
International Creativity Month
Special Interest

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.
Financial Wellness Month
Special Interest

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 Quality of Life Month
Special Interest

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
Special Interest

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
Animal

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
Health

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
Health

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
Cause

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
Food & Beverage

Dry January

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

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
Special Interest

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
Health

​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
Health

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
Food & Beverage

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
Food & Beverage

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
Food & Beverage

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 Oatmeal Month
Food & Beverage

National Oatmeal Month

Start your mornings off right with National Oatmeal Month - a delicious and healthy way to kickstart the new year!

2025 Famous Birthdays on January 18

<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/kevin-costner" 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/ee3b627a-d6ab-4d1f-1fcb-c2f21fda5d00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Kevin Costner" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/kevin-costner" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Kevin Costner</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/cary-grant" 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/5ab6ae74-b4c0-4306-4609-24a34a6bd100/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Cary Grant" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Movie Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/cary-grant" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Cary Grant</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/keisha-lance-bottoms" 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/0c346c9c-8d3f-4d34-2270-a73db050ff00/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Keisha Lance Bottoms" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">Politician</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/keisha-lance-bottoms" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Keisha Lance Bottoms</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/ruby-franke" 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/9ea2d94a-42df-45fb-e518-f3e2e145c500/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Ruby Franke" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">YouTube Star</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/ruby-franke" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Ruby Franke</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/jason-segel" 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/8833c454-6a03-411b-c4d6-8807e8375800/mediumsquare" loading="lazy" alt="Jason Segel" class="holiday-card-image"></div></a><div class="flex-date"><div class="badge-primary small team-member-job-title-badge">TV Actor</div></div><div class="pd-left-and-right-20px pd-left-and-right-12px-mbp"><a href="https://www.famouspeople.io/people/jason-segel" class="holiday-card-title-block w-inline-block" target="_blank"><h3 class="card-link-title---hover-secondary-1 display-4 mg-bottom-2px">Jason Segel</h3></a></div></div></div></div>

Historical Events on January 18

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1486</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tudor Dynasty Takes Shape</div><div class='timeline-text'>Central figures of the Wars of the Roses, King Henry VII of England weds Elizabeth of York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1778</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cook Discovers Hawaiian Islands</div><div class='timeline-text'>Explorer James Cook becomes the first European to discover Hawaii, naming it the "Sandwich Islands".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1911</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Historic Aircraft Landing on Ship</div><div class='timeline-text'>Eugene B. Ely makes history by landing an aircraft on ship USS Pennsylvania.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1919</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Paris Peace Conference Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The all-important Paris Peace Conference opens in Versailles, aiming for post-World War I peace.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Willie O'Ree Breaks NHL Color Barrier</div><div class='timeline-text'>Willie O'Ree, the first Black Canadian National Hockey League player, plays his first game with the Boston Bruins.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Legionnaires' Disease Bacterium Identified</div><div class='timeline-text'>Scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identify the bacterium causing Legionnaires' disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jim Thorpe's Olympic Medals Restored</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Olympic Committee posthumously restores Jim Thorpe's Olympic medals to his family.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>MLK Day Becomes Nationwide</div><div class='timeline-text'>Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is officially observed in all 50 US states for the first time.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>End of Sierra Leone Civil War</div><div class='timeline-text'>The devastating Sierra Leone Civil War is formally declared over.</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'>Airbus A380 Unveiled</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Airbus A380, the world's largest commercial jet, is unveiled at a ceremony in Toulouse, France.</div></div></div>

FAQs

What holiday is January 18?
Mark your calendars for January 18th, a day bursting with diverse and delightful celebrations! Embrace the joy of words on National Thesaurus Day, cuddle up with your favorite tales on National Winnie the Pooh Day, savor the rich flavors of National Gourmet Coffee Day and National Peking Duck Day. Honor the natural beauty of Michigan on National Michigan Day, explore the mysteries of forests on National Forest Day, and focus on well-being with Women’s Healthy Weight Day. Don't forget, it's also Get to Know Your Customers Day—an excellent opportunity for businesses to connect with their clientele. Join the fun and celebrate these unique holidays!