November National Days 2026

Spread the love for America's favorite nut butter on National Peanut Butter Lovers Day! From classic PB&J sandwiches to gourmet peanut…

Shake cinnamon into something sweet on National Cinnamon Day! This informal U.S. food date lands on November 1 and is a simple excuse to…

Fold a calzone on National Calzone Day! This informal U.S. food date is for the sealed pizza pocket — dough stuffed with cheese, sauce, and…

Fight diabetes and promote healthy living during National Diabetes Awareness Month! November focuses attention on diabetes prevention…

Remember and support those affected by Alzheimer's during National Alzheimer's Awareness Month! November brings attention to this…

Protect your skin during National Healthy Skin Month! Skin cancer is the most common cancer in America. Sun protection and skin checks…

Breathe awareness during National Lung Cancer Awareness Month! Lung cancer kills more Americans than any other cancer. Screening saves…

Support epilepsy awareness during November! 3.4 million Americans have epilepsy. Awareness reduces stigma, improves treatment access, and…

Save lives by registering as a bone marrow donor! November raises awareness about the critical need for bone marrow and cord blood donors…

Celebrate life and death! Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican tradition honoring deceased loved ones. Create altars, share…

Celebrate Indigenous peoples and cultures! November honors Native American heritage, history, and contributions to America. Learn about…

Open a book on National Authors Day and thank the people who wrote it. This November 1 observance grew from an Illinois teacher’s idea in…

Go plant-based on World Vegan Day! This global movement celebrates vegan lifestyles and promotes animal welfare, environmental…

Pipe a tray of deviled eggs on National Deviled Egg Day! This informal U.S. food date is for hard-cooked eggs halved and filled with a…

Fall back and enjoy an extra hour of sleep! Daylight Saving Time ends, giving us that precious extra hour we've been waiting for. While it…

Celebrate the ultimate portable meal on National Sandwich Day! From classic PB&J to gourmet paninis, sandwiches are the perfect combination…

Vote on Election Day — and treat it as civic work, not a festival. In the United States, federal Election Day is the first Tuesday after…

Melbourne Cup Day is the first Tuesday in November, when the Melbourne Cup is run at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. In Victoria it is…

Celebrate layers on World Sandwich Day! Sandwiches are eaten globally, with regional variations worldwide. From subs to paninis, bánh mì to…

Unwrap something sweet on National Candy Day! This informal U.S. food date sits on November 4 — just after Halloween in many years — and it…

Dust off a toy oven memory on National Easy-Bake Oven Day! November 4 marks the 1963 debut of Kenner’s Easy-Bake Oven — the working kids’…

Open a takeout carton on National Chinese Takeout Day! This informal U.S. food date is for the Chinese American restaurant meal you bring…

Wrap up for Bonfire Night on 5 November. Also called Guy Fawkes Night, it is Britain’s autumn fireworks date — organised park displays…

Dig into the ultimate party snack on National Nacho Day! These cheesy, crunchy treats are perfect for game day, movie nights, or any casual…

Break a bar of bittersweet chocolate studded with almonds on November 7! This informal U.S. food day is hyper-specific on purpose — not…

Sip and savor the perfect balance of espresso, steamed milk, and foam on National Cappuccino Day! This Italian classic has become a morning…

Pause for Remembrance Sunday — the second Sunday in November. Across the UK, communities gather at war memorials for the National Service…

Ignite curiosity and innovation on National STEM Day! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics drive American innovation and…

Join the chicken sandwich wars on National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day! Fast food chains compete with deals on their signature chicken…

Look up on Carl Sagan Day. November 9 is the birthday of astronomer and science communicator Carl Sagan (1934–1996), and since 2009…

Frost a vanilla cupcake on November 10! This informal U.S. food day is for the simple cupcake done right — soft vanilla crumb, buttercream…

Visit the street on Sesame Street Day. November 10 marks the 1969 premiere of Sesame Street, the public-TV show that mixed Muppets, music…

Mark the Marine Corps Birthday on November 10 — a civic anniversary, not a costume party. On that date in 1775 the Second Continental…

Build an ice cream sundae on National Sundae Day! On TheDayOf this observance lands on November 11 — scoops, sauce, whipped topping, and a…

Share a box of Pocky on Pocky Day! Every November 11 (11/11), Ezaki Glico marks the biscuit-stick snack whose shape matches the date’s ones…

Appreciate older pets on Senior Pet Day! Senior animals often wait longest in shelters. These calm, grateful companions make wonderful pets…

Fold a crane on National Origami Day! This November 11 observance is for the craft of origami — turning a single sheet of paper into an…

Honor those who served our country on Veterans Day! This federal holiday pays tribute to all American military veterans who have bravely…

Pause at the eleventh hour on Remembrance Day. November 11 marks the Armistice that ended fighting on the Western Front in 1918, and in…

Shop the world's biggest online shopping day on Singles' Day! Originally from China, this global phenomenon has become the largest 24-hour…

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…

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

Spread kindness around the world on World Kindness Day! This global celebration promotes acts of kindness, compassion, and goodwill toward…

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

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

Raise awareness about diabetes and its impact on National Diabetes Awareness Day! Diabetes affects millions of people worldwide and…

Raise diabetes awareness! World Diabetes Day highlights this global health crisis affecting millions. Learn about prevention, management…

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…

Go green and recycle on National Recycling Day! Recycling helps conserve natural resources, reduce waste, and protect our environment for…

Tackle that fridge on Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day! Toss expired food, wipe shelves, and organize. Food waste costs Americans billions…

Celebrate innovation and business creation on National Entrepreneurship Day! Entrepreneurs drive economic growth, create jobs, and solve…

Hit the drive-thru on National Fast Food Day — or don’t, and pack a critique with your fries. This informal U.S. food date on November 16…

Button up on National Button Day! Celebrate this essential fastener that's been around for thousands of years. From practical clothing to…

Bake a loaf on National Homemade Bread Day! This informal U.S. food date is for bread you mix yourself — yeasted sandwich loaves, no-knead…

Hit the trails! Take a Hike Day encourages Americans to explore nature through hiking. From easy walks to challenging climbs, hiking offers…

Roll into the world of Japanese cuisine on National Sushi Day! This elegant and healthy food has become a global favorite, combining fresh…

Pour a mug of apple cider on National Apple Cider Day! Many U.S. food calendars list November 18 for this informal observance —…

Pass Go! National Play Monopoly Day celebrates the iconic board game. Gather family and friends for this classic game of property and…

Embrace the ridiculous on Absurdity Day! Do something completely nonsensical. This day celebrates the absurd, irrational, and wonderfully…

Champion children's rights on World Children's Day! UNICEF promotes children's welfare globally. Over 2 billion children worldwide deserve…

Cut gingerbread cookies on National Gingerbread Cookie Day! This informal U.S. food date kicks the spice-cookie season with molasses…

National Stuffing Day lands on November 21 — a fixed date just ahead of U.S. Thanksgiving — and celebrates the savory bread side that…

Tune in on World Television Day! The UN recognizes television's role in communication and globalization. Despite streaming's rise, TV…

Friendsgiving is a Thanksgiving-style meal with friends — often potluck, often the weekend before the fourth-Thursday holiday, sometimes…

Crack into cashews on National Cashew Day! This informal U.S. food date is for the kidney-shaped nut (really a seed) that snacks well…

Eat a cranberry on National Eat a Cranberry Day! This informal U.S. food date lands in late November — prime cranberry-sauce season — and…

National Espresso Day on November 23 is for the short, pressurized shot — crema on top, beans ground fine, water forced through under…

Family comes first! The week of Thanksgiving celebrates the importance of family bonds and togetherness. Spend quality time with loved…

Support your community on National Shop Local Day! Shopping locally keeps money in your community, supports local jobs, and helps small…

Layer a parfait on National Parfait Day! This informal U.S. food date is for the tall glass of alternating yogurt or cream, fruit, granola…

The Tuesday before Thanksgiving reminds you to prepare for Black Friday shopping! National Shopping Reminder Day helps Americans get…

Cut a slice on National Cake Day! This informal U.S. food date is for cake in every lane — birthday layers, pound cakes, sheet cakes…

World Sustainable Transport Day on November 26 is a United Nations date for moving people and goods with less harm — buses, trains, bikes…

Gather with family and friends to give thanks on Thanksgiving Day! This beloved American holiday is all about gratitude, delicious food…

Honor the rich history and contributions of Native Americans on National Native American Heritage Day. The day after Thanksgiving, this…

Score amazing deals on the biggest shopping day of the year! Black Friday marks the official start of the holiday shopping season with…

Celebrate the joy of shopping and retail therapy on National Shopping Day! Whether you're hunting for bargains, treating yourself to…

Shop small and support local communities on National Small Business Saturday! This important shopping day encourages consumers to support…

Shop from the comfort of your home on Cyber Monday! This online shopping extravaganza offers incredible deals on everything from…