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Today, Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Build an ice cream sundae on National Sundae Day! On TheDayOf this observance lands on November 11 — scoops, sauce, whipped topping, and a cherry if you want one — and it is a different date from summer ice-cream holidays, so keep the calendars straight.

Plus 6 more celebrations — see the full list on Today's hub.

National French Dip Day
Food
Thursday, November 12, 2026

National French Dip Day

Dip the roll on National French Dip Day! This informal U.S. food date is for the French dip sandwich — sliced roast meat on a French roll…

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National Indian Pudding Day
Food
Friday, November 13, 2026

National Indian Pudding Day

Spoon up Indian pudding on November 13! This informal U.S. food day honors the slow-baked New England dessert of cornmeal, milk, and…

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World Kindness Day
International
Friday, November 13, 2026

World Kindness Day

World Kindness Day is an international observance on November 13. In 2026 that is Friday, November 13. The World Kindness Movement…

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National Dessert Day
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National Dessert Day: Date, Ideas & Sweet History

One of our most-searched food holidays. Find the 2026 date, why bakeries and home cooks mark October 14, and easy ways to celebrate — from bakery runs to dessert potlucks.

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Awareness & HealthSaturday, November 14, 2026

World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day is the global diabetes awareness campaign on November 14. In 2026 that is Saturday, November 14. It marks the birthday…

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FoodSunday, November 15, 2026

National Bundt Day

Bake a Bundt on National Bundt Day! Nordic Ware and bakers mark November 15 for the fluted ring cake that turns out of a cast aluminum pan…

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This Week's Highlights

Don't miss these special days coming up in the next week

FoodSaturday, November 14, 2026

National Pickle Day

Crunch a pickle on National Pickle Day! This informal U.S. food date is for cucumbers (and other vegetables) preserved in brine or vinegar…

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FoodSaturday, November 14, 2026

National Spicy Guacamole Day

Mash avocados with a real kick on National Spicy Guacamole Day! This informal U.S. food date is for guacamole that brings chile heat —…

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AwarenessSaturday, November 14, 2026

National Diabetes Awareness Day

National Diabetes Awareness Day is commonly used in the United States for November 14 - the same date as World Diabetes Day. In 2026 that…

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