Holidays & Celebrations
Get Ready For Mad Hatter Day | October 6
Did you know that #MadHatterDay is celebrated on October 6th every year and started way back in 1988?
When you think of your favorite holiday, your mind might often go to Christmas or Halloween. But there are lots of lesser-known, quirky holidays that may replace your commonly known favorite.
Find what you’re missing out on so you can mark your calendars for Hugging Day or Pizza Day!
Holidays & Celebrations
Get Ready For Mad Hatter Day | October 6
Did you know that #MadHatterDay is celebrated on October 6th every year and started way back in 1988?
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National Two Different Colored Shoes Day | May 3
National Two Different Colored Shoes Day is celebrated on May 3rd every year by simply wearing two different colored shoes.
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National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day partnered with Save the Children in their “Make the World Better with a Sweater” campaign.
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National Doughnut Day
On this day, many doughnut establishments throughout the US offer out a free doughnut with every purchase!
Animals & Wildlife
Dress Up Your Pet Day | January 14
For cats or dogs, pet booties are little woolen garments that are half-sock, half-shoe to keep their furry little feet warm.
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Take Your Houseplants for a Walk Day | July 27
Did you know that Walk Your Houseplant Day is real? It's very important to allow your plants to stretch their "legs" once a year!
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Snowman Burning Day | March 20
Snowman Burning Day marks the changing of seasons, where we leave winter behind and head towards spring.
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Put A Pillow On Your Fridge Day | May 29
#PutAPillowOnYourFridgeDay originated in the early 1900’s, where people would place a piece of cloth or linen in their larders.
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World Zombie Day | October 13
The first Zombie Walk took place at Monroeville Mall, which is the location where George Romero filmed Dawn of the Dead.
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Facts About April Fools’ Day
The first recorded April Fool's Day was in the Nun's Priest Tales in 1392 by Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales author.
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Computer Security Day | 30th November
The first computer virus, "Creeper", was written in the 70's. It displayed the message "I'm the creeper, catch me if you can!
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National Rice Pudding Day | August 9
Did you know that the US celebrates #NationalRicePuddingDay on August 9th every year?