Funny Holidays

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!

National Milk Day

National Milk Day | January 11

Aaron Lao
Jan 11, 2023

Did you know that milk is rich in calcium, protein, and vitamin B, which is great for reducing tiredness & fatigue?

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Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day

National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day | November 15

Shash Wighton
Nov 15, 2022

Did you know that the coldest spot in a fridge is at the back, as it's more sheltered from warm air when you open the door?

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National Ferris Wheel Day

National Ferris Wheel Day | February 14

Lizzie Robinson
Apr 8, 2022

The Ferris wheel dates back to 1893 and is named after its creator George Washington Gale Ferris Junior.

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Pfeffernüsse Day Facts

National Pfeffernüsse Day | December 23

Lizzie Robinson
Aug 25, 2022

Did you know Pfeffernüsse was first made by Johann Fleischmann in Germany way back in 1753?

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National Frappé Day

National Frappé Day | October 7

Lizzie Robinson
Apr 8, 2022

Despite being invented in 1957, the frappé didn't officially hit the coffee shops until around thirty years later.

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Pretend To Be A Time Traveler Day

Pretend To Be A Time Traveler Day | December 8

Jack De Graaf
Apr 8, 2022

The annual "Pretend To Be A Time Traveler Day" holiday began in 2007. Or should I say 42 years from now?

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National Sunglasses Day - June 27

National Sunglasses Day | June 27

Scott Thompson
Sep 12, 2022

Did you know that Elton John owns over 250,000 pairs of sunglasses?

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International t-shirt day

International T-shirt Day | June 21

Angela Sterley
Aug 22, 2022

The t-shirt's first appearance on the big screen was in 1951 on actor Marlon Brando in the film "A Streetcar Named Desire".

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National Shower With A Friend Day

National Shower With A Friend Day | February 5

Shash Wighton
Apr 8, 2022

Shower with a Friend Day may not be an officially recognized holiday, but it is recognized by the internet, at least.

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Levi Strauss Day

Levi Strauss Day | 26th February

Lizzie Robinson
Apr 8, 2022

Did you know that Levi Strauss was the first company to ever make blue jeans?

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December - Special Days of the Month

December | Special Days of the Year

Kai Church
Jan 27, 2023

Did you know that December is also known as National Car Donation Month?

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November - Special Days of the Month

November | Special Days of the Year

Jack De Graaf
Apr 8, 2022

Did you know that November is also known as American Heritage Month? Why not visit a museum this month?

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