National Marshmallow Day in Australia
National Marshmallow Day in Australia is observed every year on May 18. It is an unofficial food observance connected with marshmallows, the soft, airy confection used in hot chocolate, baking,…
National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day
National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day is observed every year on May 18. This awareness day recognizes the scientists, health professionals, community advocates, trial volunteers, and public health workers involved in…
National Cheese Soufflé Day
National Cheese Soufflé Day is observed every year on May 18. This cheerful food holiday focuses on the cheese soufflé, a baked French dish known for its airy rise, golden…
Mother Whistler Day
Mother Whistler Day is observed every year on May 18. Despite the name, the day is mainly connected with whistling rather than with Mother’s Day or a formal tribute to…
I Love Reese’s Day
I Love Reese’s Day is observed every year on May 18. This cheerful food observance is centered on Reese’s, the chocolate-and-peanut-butter candy brand known especially for its peanut butter cups….
Haitian Flag Day
Haitian Flag Day is observed every year on May 18. The day honors the creation of Haiti’s flag and its place in the country’s struggle for freedom, unity, and self-rule….
Nickel Day
Nickel Day is observed every year on May 16. The day focuses on nickel as both a chemical element and a familiar word in everyday money. It is a light…
National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day
National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day is observed every year on May 16. The day honors older LGBT and LGBTQ adults whose lives, advocacy, creativity, and everyday courage helped shape…
National Biographer’s Day
National Biographer’s Day is observed every year on May 16. The day recognizes biographers and the careful work of researching, organizing, and writing the stories of real lives. It is…
Stepmother’s Day
Stepmother’s Day is observed on the Sunday after Mother’s Day. This appreciation day recognizes stepmothers and the distinct place they may hold in blended families. It gives families a separate…