Hug An Economist Day
Hug An Economist Day is observed on January 31. This tongue-in-cheek holiday encourages the public to show appreciation for the professionals who study the production, distribution, and consumption of goods…
Street Children’s Day
Street Children’s Day is observed on January 31. This day highlights the millions of children worldwide who live or work in public spaces due to poverty, family breakdown, or conflict….
National Gorilla Suit Day
National Gorilla Suit Day is observed on January 31. In 2026, it falls on January 31. This unusual holiday invites people to wear full gorilla costumes in public to celebrate…
Grammy Awards Day
Grammy Awards Day is observed annually on a date typically in late January or early February. In 2026, it falls on February 1. This event serves as the premier honor…
Nauru Independence Day
Nauru Independence Day is observed on January 31. This date serves as the national day for the Republic of Nauru, marking the moment in 1968 when the island officially gained…
Scotch Tape Day
Scotch Tape Day is observed on January 31. This date marks the 1930 market debut of transparent adhesive tape, an invention that transformed from a niche industrial solution into a…
National Seed Swap Day
National Seed Swap Day is observed on the last Saturday of January. In 2026, it falls on January 31. This observance serves as a community-driven kickoff to the gardening season,…
National Backwards Day
National Backwards Day is observed on January 31. This unusual holiday invites people to reverse their daily routines, wear clothes inside out, or try speaking and walking in the opposite…
Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day
Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day is observed on the last Friday of January. In 2026, it falls on January 30. This nationwide initiative focuses on informing low- to moderate-income…
National Escape Day
National Escape Day is observed on January 30. This holiday encourages individuals to step away from their daily responsibilities and seek a reprieve from the winter blues and workplace stress….