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January 21 national days 2026

On January 21st, 4 national days fall on this date.

January 21 is a date on the 2026 national-day calendar. TheDayOf currently lists 4 observances for this date: National Granola Day, National Squirrel Day, National Squirrel Appreciation Day, and National Hugging Day. Open any day page for the date, history, and how to celebrate, or browse the rest of January from the month hub.

National Granola Day
Food
Wednesday, January 21, 2026

National Granola Day

Crunch into the wholesome goodness of granola on National Granola Day! This nutritious mix of oats, nuts, and dried fruits makes a perfect…

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National Squirrel Day
Animals
Wednesday, January 21, 2026

National Squirrel Day

Go nuts for squirrels on National Squirrel Day! These acrobatic rodents are common sights in parks and backyards, entertaining us with…

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National Squirrel Appreciation Day
Animals & Pets
Wednesday, January 21, 2026

National Squirrel Appreciation Day

Go nuts for squirrels! January 21st celebrates these bushy-tailed backyard acrobats. Squirrels play important roles in forest ecosystems by…

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National Hugging Day
Fun & Weird
Wednesday, January 21, 2026

National Hugging Day

Spread warmth and affection on National Hugging Day! Founded in Michigan, this American holiday promotes the health benefits of hugging. A…

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