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

National Linda Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Names United States

National Linda Day

A name day on May 17 celebrating people named Linda and the name's rich linguistic, cultural, and historical significance.

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National Walnut Day
Food observance
National Walnut Day

Celebrate National Walnut Day with delicious recipes, health benefits, and tips for incorporating more walnuts into your diet!

Food Snacks United States
03
National Cherry Cobbler Day
Food observance
National Cherry Cobbler Day

Indulge in the deliciousness of National Cherry Cobbler Day! Enjoy a sweet treat with family and friends - the perfect way to end the day.

Food Desserts United States
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International Day Against Homophobia Transphobia and Biphobia
Awareness day
International Day Against Homophobia Transphobia and Biphobia

Stand up against discrimination and celebrate love in all forms on International Day Against Homophobia Transphobia and Biphobia.

Awareness Social Justice International
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International Child Helpline Day
Awareness day
International Child Helpline Day

It's time to raise awareness for International Child Helpline Day - let's come together to support and protect children in need!

Awareness Violence Prevention International
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World Information Society Day
Awareness day
World Information Society Day

Join the global conversation and celebrate World Information Society Day by sharing knowledge, ideas, and resources for a better tomorrow!

Awareness Social Justice International
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Pinot Grigio Day
Food observance
Pinot Grigio Day

Cheers to Pinot Grigio Day! Enjoy a crisp and refreshing glass of this beloved white wine and toast to its delightful flavors.

Food Alcohol International
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World Hypertension Day
Awareness day
World Hypertension Day

Show your support for World Hypertension Day by taking steps to reduce your risk of high blood pressure and live a healthier life!

Awareness Health Conditions International
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Pack Rat Day
Observance
Pack Rat Day

Pack Rat Day is the perfect excuse to organize and declutter your home - get ready for a day of cleaning and tidying up!

Lifestyle Organization United States
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National Graduation Tassel Day
Observance
National Graduation Tassel Day

It's time to toss those tassels and throw your caps in the air - it's National Graduation Tassel Day! Congrats, grads! 🎓

School Academic United States
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National Idaho Day
Observance
National Idaho Day

Celebrate National Idaho Day with a trip to the Gem State! Enjoy all that Idaho has to offer — from its breathtaking nature to its delicious cuisine.

Culture Regional United States
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National Mushroom Hunting Day
Observance
National Mushroom Hunting Day

Get ready to go on a wild adventure and discover the wonders of nature on National Mushroom Hunting Day! Don't forget your basket for all those delicious finds.

Hobbies Collecting United States
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This week & month

73 month-long observances and 7 week-long ones that include May 17.

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
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
Brain Injury Awareness Week
May 11–17
Brain Injury 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
Bike to Work Week
May 11–17
Bike to Work Week
Careers
Foster Care Fortnight
May 9–22
Foster Care Fortnight
Awareness
International Victorious Woman Month
All of May
International Victorious Woman Month
Culture
M.E. Awareness Week
May 11–17
M.E. Awareness Week
Awareness
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