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Thursday, May 21 2026

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What May 21 celebrates

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

End of the World MOST LOVED TODAY
Fun Paranormal International

End of the World

A lighthearted observance on May 21 reflecting on humanity's long history of failed apocalypse predictions and the cultural fascination with doomsday scenarios.

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National Talk Like Yoda Day
Community origin
National Talk Like Yoda Day

May the words of Yoda be with you! Celebrate National Talk Like Yoda Day by sharing your best Yoda-isms and having a good laugh!

Fun Silly United States
03
World Meditation Day
Observance
World Meditation Day

Take a break this World Meditation Day and focus on calming your mind, body, and soul - enjoy the journey to inner peace!

Health Self-Care International
04
Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day
Observance
Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day

Make every day a healthy one - celebrate Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day with delicious recipes, smoothies, and creative produce pairings!

Health Nutrition United States
05
National Notebook Day
Observance
National Notebook Day

Raise your pens and open your minds, it's National Notebook Day! Dive into a world of creativity, ideas, and endless possibilities.

Pop Culture Books United States
06
National Memo Day
Observance
National Memo Day

Remember National Memo Day by writing a special note to someone you care about - it's sure to bring a smile and make their day!

Business Leadership United States
07
World Fish Migration Day
Observance
World Fish Migration Day

Get hooked on World Fish Migration Day and learn about the incredible journey these aquatic creatures make every year!

Nature Ocean International
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Chardonnay Day
Food observance
Chardonnay Day

Uncork, unwind, and celebrate Chardonnay Day! Pour yourself a glass of this iconic wine and toast to the classic beauty of the Chardonnay grape.

Food Alcohol International
09
National Waitstaff Day
Observance
National Waitstaff Day

Show your appreciation to waitstaff on National Waitstaff Day - thank them with generous tips, kind words, and heartfelt gratitude!

Careers Hospitality United States
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National Waiters and Waitresses Day
Observance
National Waiters and Waitresses Day

Let's give a big shoutout to the hardworking waiters and waitresses on National Waiters and Waitresses Day - they make dining out an enjoyable experience!

Careers Hospitality United States
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Awareness day
Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Join us in celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day and creating a more inclusive world for everyone by raising awareness of the importance of digital accessibility!

Awareness Disability International
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Rapture Party Day
Community origin
Rapture Party Day

Get ready to party like it's the end of the world on Rapture Party Day - join in for a night of wild fun before the apocalypse!

Fun Silly International
13
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
Awareness day
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

Promote cultural understanding and diversity on World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development - let's create a more inclusive world!

Awareness Social Justice International
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This week & month

73 month-long observances and 6 week-long ones that include May 21.

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
National Smile Month
May 17 – June 17
National Smile Month
Health
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
All of May
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
Awareness
National Doughnut Week
May 16–24
National Doughnut Week
Food
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 Police Week
May 15–21
National Police Week
Careers
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 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
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
Dementia Awareness Week
May 18–24
Dementia Awareness 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 EMS Week
May 17–23
National EMS Week
Careers
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
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
All of May
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
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
Foster Care Fortnight
May 9–22
Foster Care Fortnight
Awareness
International Victorious Woman Month
All of May
International Victorious Woman Month
Culture
Walk to School Week UK
May 20–25
Walk to School Week UK
School
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