Saturday
April 27, 2019
36 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Morse Code Day
Morse Code Day on April 27 celebrates Samuel Morse and the invention that revolutionized global communication.
World Tai Chi and Qigong Da
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day is held on the last Saturday of April to promote global health and peace.
International Design Day
World Design Day recognizes the impact of design on society every year on April 27.
World Tapir Day
World Tapir Day raises awareness for the conservation of endangered tapirs every April 27.
International Sculpture Day
International Sculpture Day is observed on the last Saturday of April to celebrate three-dimensional art.
World Healing Day
World Healing Day is held on the last Saturday of April to promote global health and mind-body practices.
World Reiki Day
World Reiki Day is a global celebration of energy healing held on the last Saturday of April.
International Donor Conception Awareness Day
International Donor Conception Awareness Day promotes openness in donor-assisted families every April 27.
Marine Mammal Rescue Day
Marine Mammal Rescue Day on April 27 honors the rescue and rehabilitation of marine mammals and raises awareness about ocean conservation.
National Little Pampered Dog Day
National Little Pampered Dog Day honors devoted dog owners and their pets every April 27.
National Babe Ruth Day
National Babe Ruth Day honors the legendary career of baseball’s greatest icon every April 27.
Autism Super Mom Day
Autism Super Mom Day celebrates the strength of mothers raising autistic children every April 27.
National Tell A Story Day
National Tell A Story Day celebrates the art of narrative and oral tradition every April 27.
National Prime Rib Day
National Prime Rib Day celebrates the "King of Roasts" every year on April 27.
Independent Bookstore Day
Independent Bookstore Day is a national celebration of local bookshops held on the last Saturday in April.
Woody Woodpecker Day
Woody Woodpecker Day celebrates the iconic animated bird and his famous laugh every April 27.
Eeyore’s Birthday
Eeyore’s Birthday is held on the last Saturday of April to celebrate the gloomy donkey with an Austin festival.
National Kiss of Hope Day
National Kiss of Hope Day is held on the last Saturday of April to encourage family love and community support.
National Devil Dog Day
National Devil Dog Day honors the U.S. Marine Corps and a classic snack cake every April 27.
Mantanzas Mule Day
Matanzas Mule Day honors a mule killed in the Spanish-American War and is held every April 27.
National Go Birding Day
National Go Birding Day is held on the last Saturday of April to encourage the hobby of birdwatching.
National Pool Opening Day
National Pool Opening Day is held on the last Saturday of April to encourage pool safety and maintenance.
National Day of Puppetry
National Day of Puppetry is held on the fourth Saturday of April to celebrate the art of puppet theater.
Bob Wills Day
Bob Wills Day is observed on the last Saturday of April to celebrate the King of Western Swing.
National Rebuilding Day
National Rebuilding Day is held on the last Saturday of April to provide free home repairs for those in need.
National Drug Take Back Day
National Drug Take Back Day is a safe way to dispose of unneeded medications on the last Saturday of April.
Free Feral Cat Spay Day
Free Feral Cat Spay Day promotes humane population control for community cats every April 27.
National Sense of Smell Day
National Sense of Smell Day is held on the last Saturday of April to promote the importance of olfaction.
National First Ladies Day
National First Ladies Day is observed on the last Saturday in April to honor U.S. First Ladies and civic service.
National Teach Children To Save Day
National Teach Children To Save Day promotes financial literacy on April 27.
National Pneumatics Day
National Pneumatics Day is observed on April 27. This holiday highlights the significant role that compressed air technology plays in supporting global industrial automation and sustainable manufacturing practices. Pneumatic systems…
Sierra Leone Independence Day
Sierra Leone Independence Day commemorates the nation's 1961 freedom from British rule every April 27.
Freedom Day in South Africa
Freedom Day commemorates South Africa's first democratic elections held every April 27.
Togo Independence Day
Togo Independence Day celebrates the nation's 1960 transition to sovereignty every April 27.
National Stop Snoring Week
National Stop Snoring Week is a health awareness event held annually in late April to help the public achieve quieter, healthier sleep.
Abolition Day
Abolition Day on April 27 honors the end of slavery in French overseas territories. Learn about its history, importance, and how to celebrate this public
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Save the Frogs Day
Join the global effort to protect amphibians on Save the Frogs Day, April 28—raising awareness and taking action for frog conservation.
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Occupational Safety & Health Day is observed on April 28 to promote safe and healthy working environments worldwide.
Biological Clock Day
Discover how your body’s internal clock affects health and well-being on Biological Clock Day, April 28.
Workers Memorial Day
Workers Memorial Day is observed every year on April 28 to remember those killed or injured at work.
Kiss Your Mate Day
Kiss Your Mate Day is celebrated every year on April 28 to encourage couples to express affection through kissing.
Global Pay It Forward Day
Global Pay It Forward Day is observed on April 28 to encourage a worldwide chain reaction of kindness and giving.
Mother Father Deaf Day
Mother Father Deaf Day celebrates Deaf parents and their children on the last Sunday of April.
London Marathon
The London Marathon is a major international race held on the last Sunday of April to celebrate endurance and charity.