Saturday
April 8, 2017
16 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Pygmy Hippo Day
Pygmy Hippo Day raises awareness for the endangered West African forest dweller every April 8.
International Buddhist Day
International Buddhist Day promotes global peace and the Buddha's teachings every April 8.
International Feng Shui Awareness Day
International Feng Shui Awareness Day promotes environmental harmony and is held every April 8.
The International Romani Day
International Romani Day celebrates Romani culture and honors the 1971 World Romani Congress every April 8.
World Pageant Day
World Pageant Day celebrates the talent and service of pageant contestants every April 8.
Draw a Bird Day
Draw a Bird Day commemorates the birthday of Dorie Cooper and promotes joy through sketching every April 8.
National Empanada Day
National Empanada Day celebrates the diverse stuffed pastry and is held every April 8.
National All is Ours Day
National All is Ours Day encourages a mindset of abundance and is held every April 8.
Dog Farting Awareness Day
Dog Farting Awareness Day highlights canine digestive health and is held every April 8.
Trading Cards for Grown-ups Day
Trading Cards for Grown-ups Day celebrates the adult hobby of collecting and is held every April 8.
National Zoo Lovers Day
National Zoo Lovers Day celebrates wildlife conservation and education every April 8.
National Catch and Release Day
National Catch and Release Day is a conservation event observed on the second Saturday of April.
National Dog Fighting Awareness Day
National Dog Fighting Awareness Day aims to end animal combat and is observed every April 8.
Step Into the Spotlight Day
Step Into the Spotlight Day promotes professional visibility and is celebrated every April 8.
Baby Massage Day
Baby Massage Day promotes the health and bonding benefits of infant touch every April 8.
Grand National Festival Race Card
The Grand National Festival Race Card is the official schedule for the Aintree horse racing event held each April.
Coming up next
International ASMR Day
International ASMR Day on April 9 celebrates the relaxing world of ASMR and its benefits for stress relief and well-being.
Divine Mercy Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday is a Catholic feast day celebrated annually on the second Sunday of the Easter season.
National Unicorn Day
National Unicorn Day celebrates the magic and mythological history of unicorns every April 9.
National Mature Women’s Day
National Mature Women’s Day honors the wisdom, beauty, and accomplishments of women 40+ annually on April 9.
National Gin and Tonic Day
National Gin and Tonic Day celebrates the historical and refreshing cocktail annually on April 9.
National Name Yourself Day
National Name Yourself Day encourages personal reinvention and the fun of choosing a new moniker every April 9.
Appomattox Day
Appomattox Day commemorates the 1865 surrender of the Confederate Army annually on April 9.
National Former Prisoner Of War Recognition Day
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day honors the sacrifice of captured service members annually on April 9.