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YESTERDAY 17 holidays observed on this day
Friday, May 15 2026

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What May 15 celebrates

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

National Chocolate Chip Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Food Baking United States

National Chocolate Chip Day

A food observance on May 15 celebrating chocolate chips and the many baked goods and treats they enhance.

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National Pizza Party Day
Food observance
National Pizza Party Day

It's National Pizza Party Day - gather your friends and family, order some delicious pizza and have the best time ever!

Food Pizza United States
03
International Family Day
Observance
International Family Day

Celebrate International Family Day with your loved ones - create memories and enjoy quality time together for a truly special day.

Relationships Family International
04
National Endangered Species Day
Observance
National Endangered Species Day

Join us in protecting endangered species on National Endangered Species Day - let's work together to safeguard our planet!

Animals Wildlife United States
05
Bring Flowers To Someone Day
Observance
Bring Flowers To Someone Day

Brighten someone's day with Bring Flowers To Someone Day - a simple gesture that will bring joy and love to those around you!

Relationships Friendship United States
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Nylon Stockings Day
Historical Origin
Nylon Stockings Day

A fashion observance on May 15 celebrating the cultural impact and history of nylon stockings in women's hosiery and everyday wear.

Style Accessories United States
07
NASCAR Day
Observance
NASCAR Day

Rev your engines and celebrate NASCAR Day with a special viewing party - it's time to get the race started!

Sports Races United States
08
Straw Hat Day
Observance
Straw Hat Day

Get ready to tip your hat to Straw Hat Day! Join the fun by donning your favorite straw hat and soaking up the sun in style.

Style Accessories United States
09
Jerusalem Day
Observance
Jerusalem Day

Embrace the rich history and vibrant culture of the Holy City on Jerusalem Day - a day marking unity, liberation, and heritage.

Religion Jewish International
10
National Bike To School Day
Observance
National Bike To School Day

Pedal your way to school on National Bike To School Day - get some fresh air, exercise and save the environment!

School Student Life United States
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International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day
Awareness day
International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day

On International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day, let's spread the love and benefits of skin-to-skin contact for newborns and their parents!

Awareness Health Conditions International
12
Peace Officers Memorial Day
Observance
Peace Officers Memorial Day

Honor the brave heroes and pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives - join us in celebrating Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Careers First Responders United States
13
National Bike to Work Day
Observance
National Bike to Work Day

Make a difference this National Bike to Work Day - reduce your carbon footprint and get fit with a fun and eco-friendly commute!

Health Fitness United States
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National Defense Transportation Day
Observance
National Defense Transportation Day

Celebrate National Defense Transportation Day by recognizing the important contributions of those who keep our transportation systems running safely and efficiently!

Careers Logistics United States
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National Senior Fraud Awareness Day
Awareness day
National Senior Fraud Awareness Day

Don't let fraud ruin your golden years - keep yourself safe and informed with National Senior Fraud Awareness Day!

Awareness Public Health United States
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TSC Global Awareness Day
Awareness day
TSC Global Awareness Day

Join us in spreading awareness and creating change on TSC Global Awareness Day - together, we can make a difference for those affected by tuberous sclerosis complex!

Awareness Rare Diseases International
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Vascular Birthmarks Awareness Day
Awareness day
Vascular Birthmarks Awareness Day

It's Vascular Birthmarks Awareness Day - join us in spreading awareness and support for those affected by these unique birthmarks.

Awareness Health Conditions International
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This week & month

72 month-long observances and 7 week-long ones that include May 15.

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 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 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
Allergy Awareness Week
May 10–16
Allergy Awareness Week
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 Hospital Week
May 10–16
National Hospital Week
Careers
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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