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17 holidays observed on this day
Saturday, May 9 2026

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May 9 2026

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What May 9 celebrates

17 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by what people are loving today.

National Dog Mom’s Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Animals Dogs United States

National Dog Mom’s Day

An annual observance on the second Saturday in May honoring women who consider their dogs family and celebrating the bond between dog moms and their canine companions.

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National Lost Sock Memorial Day
Community origin
National Lost Sock Memorial Day

Don't worry about missing socks anymore - celebrate National Lost Sock Memorial Day and commemorate all your lost single socks!

Fun Silly United States
03
National Sleepover Day
Community origin
National Sleepover Day

Make the most of National Sleepover Day with your besties! Snack on yummy treats, watch movies, and create unforgettable memories.

Fun Silly United States
04
National Butterscotch Brownie Day
Food observance
National Butterscotch Brownie Day

Treat yourself to something special this National Butterscotch Brownie Day - try out our delicious recipes and indulge in the sweetest treat!

Food Baking United States
05
National Christina Day
Observance
National Christina Day

Calling all Christinas! It's time to celebrate your unique name and be proud of the amazing person you are on National Christina Day.

Names International
06
Hurray for Buttons Day
Observance
Hurray for Buttons Day

Get ready to button up and celebrate Hurray for Buttons Day! From colorful crafts to vintage fashion, let's show some love for this versatile accessory.

Lifestyle Household Gadgets United States
07
Archery Day
Observance
Archery Day

Ready to get your bow and arrow out? Join us in celebrating Archery Day with fun activities, games, and competitions!

Sports Individual Sports United States
08
Alphabet Magnet Day
Observance
Alphabet Magnet Day

Get ready to spell out some fun on Alphabet Magnet Day! Make words, create art, and have a blast with these versatile and colorful magnets.

School Literacy United States
09
Europe Day
Observance
Europe Day

Join us this Europe Day in honoring our diverse heritage and unity in diversity! An entire continent. One celebration!

Culture Civics United States
10
National Moscato Day
Food observance
National Moscato Day

Raise a glass and celebrate National Moscato Day! Enjoy the flavor of this sweet Italian wine with friends, family, and great food!

Food Alcohol United States
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Tear the Tags Off The Mattress Day
Community origin
Tear the Tags Off The Mattress Day

Ready to finally tear those pesky tags off your mattress? Join us in celebrating Tear the Tags Off The Mattress Day and enjoy a good night's sleep without any distractions!

Fun Silly United States
12
National Miniature Golf Day
Community Origin
National Miniature Golf Day

A recreational observance on the second Saturday in May celebrating miniature golf, its cultural history, and its role as accessible family entertainment.

Sports Outdoor Adventure United States
13
National Windmill Day
Observance
National Windmill Day

Let's show the windmills some love on National Windmill Day - marvel at their beauty and appreciate their contribution to a sustainable future!

Nature Conservation United States
14
Russian Victory Day
Observance
Russian Victory Day

On Russian Victory Day, we honor the bravery and sacrifices of those who fought for our freedom - let's remember their heroism and celebrate together.

Culture Civics Russia
15
World Belly Dance Day
Observance
World Belly Dance Day

Join the global celebration of World Belly Dance Day - get your hips shaking with fun workshops and exciting performances!

Hobbies Performing Arts International
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World Migratory Bird Day
Observance
World Migratory Bird Day

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day by taking a trip to your local park and enjoy the beauty of nature with our feathered friends!

Animals Birds International
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Guernsey Liberation Day
Observance
Guernsey Liberation Day

On Guernsey Liberation Day, we honor and remember the bravery and sacrifices made by those who fought for our freedom. Let's celebrate their legacy!

Culture Civics United Kingdom
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This week & month

72 month-long observances and 11 week-long ones that include May 9.

National Pet Month
All of May
National Pet Month
Animals
Mental Health Awareness Month
All of May
Mental Health Awareness Month
Awareness
Military Appreciation Month
All of May
Military Appreciation Month
Careers
National Duckling Month
All of May
National Duckling Month
Food
Zombie Awareness Month
All of May
Zombie Awareness Month
Fun
Be Kind to Animals Month
All of May
Be Kind to Animals Month
Awareness
National Strawberry Month
All of May
National Strawberry Month
Food
National Hamburger Month
All of May
National Hamburger Month
Food
National Barbecue Month
All of May
National Barbecue Month
Food
Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
All of May
Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
Awareness
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
All of May
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Culture
Jewish American Heritage Month
All of May
Jewish American Heritage Month
Culture
National Salad Month
All of May
National Salad Month
Food
Lupus Awareness Month
All of May
Lupus Awareness Month
Awareness
Better Speech and Hearing Month
All of May
Better Speech and Hearing Month
Awareness
Small Business Month
All of May
Small Business Month
Business
ALS Awareness Month
All of May
ALS Awareness Month
Awareness
Date Your Mate Month
All of May
Date Your Mate Month
Relationships
American Cheese Month
All of May
American Cheese Month
Food
Better Sleep Month
All of May
Better Sleep Month
Health
National Salsa Month
All of May
National Salsa Month
Food
Correct Posture Month
All of May
Correct Posture Month
Health
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
All of May
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Awareness
Clean Air Month
All of May
Clean Air Month
Nature
Healthy Vision Month
All of May
Healthy Vision Month
Health
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
All of May
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
Awareness
National Pet Week
May 3–9
National Pet Week
Animals
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
All of May
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Health
National Blood Pressure Month
All of May
National Blood Pressure Month
Awareness
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month
All of May
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month
Careers
Haitian Heritage Month
All of May
Haitian Heritage Month
Culture
National Heritage Month
All of May
National Heritage Month
Culture
National Youth Traffic Safety Month
All of May
National Youth Traffic Safety Month
Awareness
Arthritis Awareness Month
All of May
Arthritis Awareness Month
Awareness
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
April 16 – May 29
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
Nature
Indian Heritage Month
All of May
Indian Heritage Month
Culture
International Drum Month
All of May
International Drum Month
Hobbies
Local and Community History Month
All of May
Local and Community History Month
Culture
National Foster Care Month
All of May
National Foster Care Month
Awareness
National Teen Self-Esteem Month
All of May
National Teen Self-Esteem Month
Awareness
National Walking Month
All of May
National Walking Month
Health
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
All of May
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
Brain Cancer Awareness Month
All of May
Brain Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
National Correctional Officer’s Week
May 3–9
National Correctional Officer’s Week
Careers
National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month
All of May
National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month
Awareness
National Physiotherapy Month
All of May
National Physiotherapy Month
Careers
Older Americans Month
All of May
Older Americans Month
Awareness
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
All of May
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
Awareness
Bealtaine Festival
All of May
Bealtaine Festival
Religion
Chip Your Pet Month
All of May
Chip Your Pet Month
Animals
Fibromyalgia Education and Awareness Month
All of May
Fibromyalgia Education and Awareness Month
Awareness
Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month
All of May
Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month
Awareness
National Moving Month
All of May
National Moving Month
Lifestyle
Public Service Recognition Week
May 3–9
Public Service Recognition Week
Awareness
Building Safety Month
All of May
Building Safety Month
Awareness
Lung Health Awareness Month
All of May
Lung Health Awareness Month
Awareness
Maternal Mental Health Month
All of May
Maternal Mental Health Month
Awareness
National Bicycle Safety Month
All of May
National Bicycle Safety Month
Awareness
National Recommitment Month
All of May
National Recommitment Month
Health
Deaf Awareness Week
May 4–10
Deaf Awareness Week
Awareness
Drinking Water Week
May 3–9
Drinking Water Week
Awareness
Fungal Infection Awareness Month
All of May
Fungal Infection Awareness Month
Awareness
Homeschool Awareness Month
All of May
Homeschool Awareness Month
Awareness
International Civility Awareness Month
All of May
International Civility Awareness Month
Awareness
Latino Books Month
May 1–30
Latino Books Month
Culture
National Preservation Month
All of May
National Preservation Month
Culture
National Share a Story Month
All of May
National Share a Story Month
Pop Culture
Red Cross Week
May 4–10
Red Cross Week
Awareness
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
All of May
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
Awareness
UN Global Road Safety Week
May 8–12
UN Global Road Safety Week
Awareness
Dystonia Awareness Week
May 3–11
Dystonia Awareness Week
Awareness
EDS Awareness Month
All of May
EDS Awareness Month
Awareness
Electromagnetic Radiation Awareness Month
All of May
Electromagnetic Radiation Awareness Month
Awareness
Family Wellness Month
All of May
Family Wellness Month
Health
Get Caught Reading Month
All of May
Get Caught Reading Month
Pop Culture
Gifts From The Garden Month
All of May
Gifts From The Garden Month
Hobbies
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
All of May
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Awareness
National Inventors Month
All of May
National Inventors Month
Tech
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
All of May
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Awareness
Sun Awareness Week
May 4–10
Sun Awareness Week
Awareness
Foster Care Fortnight
May 9–22
Foster Care Fortnight
Awareness
International Victorious Woman Month
All of May
International Victorious Woman Month
Culture
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
May 3–9
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
Awareness
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