Sunday
May 1, 2033
41 holidays and observances fall on this day.
International Workers' Day
International Workers' Day honors the labor movement and the struggle for workers' rights annually on May 1.
May Day
May Day is an annual celebration of spring and international labor rights observed on May 1.
Vesak (Buddha’s birth)
Discover the significance of Vesak, celebrated on the first full moon of May, honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Gautama Buddha.
Save The Rhino Day
Save The Rhino Day raises awareness about the threats facing rhinoceroses and promotes global conservation efforts to protect animals.
International Bereaved Mother’s Day
International Bereaved Mother’s Day honors mothers who have experienced the loss of a child, providing a space for remembrance and support.
World Laughter Day
World Laughter Day celebrates the universal language of laughter and its power to bring people together.
International Doodle Dog Day
Celebrate International Doodle Dog Day on May 1 and honor the joy doodle dogs bring.
Global Love Day
Global Love Day promotes unconditional love and unity across the world annually on May 1.
International Sunflower Guerilla Gardening Day
Celebrate International Sunflower Guerrilla Gardening Day on May 1 by planting sunflowers in neglected urban spaces.
International Dawn Chorus Day
International Dawn Chorus Day is a global celebration of birdsong held every year on the first Sunday of May.
Lei Day
Lei Day is a celebration of Hawaiian culture and the aloha spirit held annually on May 1.
International Phone in Sick Day
International Phone in Sick Day is an annual worker's protest held every May 1 to promote leisure and work-life balance.
New Home Owners Day
New Home Owners Day celebrates the achievement of purchasing a house annually on May 1.
Worthy Wage Day
Worthy Wage Day is a national day of action for early childhood educator pay equality observed annually on May 1.
EuroMayDay
EuroMayDay is a European labor movement focused on the rights of precarious workers observed annually on May 1.
Therapeutic Massage Awareness Day
Therapeutic Massage Awareness Day is celebrated every May 1 to promote the health and pain-relief benefits of massage.
Executive Coaching Day
Executive Coaching Day honors the professional mentors who guide corporate leaders annually on May 1.
International Permaculture Day
International Permaculture Day is held on the first Sunday of May to advocate for sustainable and ethical land use.
International Family Equality Day
International Family Equality Day celebrates diverse family structures and is observed on the first Sunday of May.
School Principals' Day
School Principals' Day is celebrated every May 1 to honor the leadership and dedication of school administrators.
CSS Reboot Day
CSS Reboot Day is a global celebration of web design and standards observed annually on May 1.
Motorcycle Mass and Blessing of the Bikes Day
Motorcycle Mass and Blessing of the Bikes Day is observed on the first Sunday of May to promote rider safety and community.
Law Day
Law Day celebrates the role of the rule of law in American democracy annually on May 1.
Learn to Ride a Bike Day
Learn to Ride a Bike Day encourages people to master the skill of cycling every year on May 1.
National Chocolate Parfait Day
National Chocolate Parfait Day celebrates the layered French-inspired dessert every year on May 1.
Mayday for Mutts
Mayday for Mutts celebrates the unique qualities and health of mixed-breed dogs on the first Sunday of May.
National Mother Goose Day
National Mother Goose Day honors the imaginary author of children's nursery rhymes annually on May 1.
Couple Appreciation Day
Couple Appreciation Day is observed annually on May 1. This day is a dedicated opportunity for partners to pause their busy schedules and express genuine gratitude for one another. It…
National Loyalty Day
National Loyalty Day is a patriotic observance held every May 1 to reaffirm allegiance to the United States.
Kentucky Oaks
Kentucky Oaks is a major horse race for three-year-old fillies held on the Friday before the Kentucky Derby.
National Rotate Your Beer Day
National Rotate Your Beer Day promotes the consumption of fresh beer through proper inventory rotation annually on May 1.
Silver Star Service Banner Day
Silver Star Service Banner Day honors wounded and ill veterans each year on May 1.
National Black Barber Shop Appreciation Day
National Black Barber Shop Appreciation Day honors the cultural and community impact of Black-owned barber shops annually on May 1.
Frequent Flyer Day
Frequent Flyer Day is celebrated every May 1 to honor loyal air travelers and airline reward programs.
National Purebred Dog Day
National Purebred Dog Day is observed annually on May 1. This day recognizes the heritage, diversity, and predictability of the purebred dog, celebrating the specific roles these animals have played…
National Mantra Day
National Mantra Day is celebrated every May 1 to promote mindfulness and positivity through the power of repetitive sound.
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 Day
Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 Day is an annual safety campaign held on May 1 to reduce neighborhood speeding.
National Lemonade Day
National Lemonade Day on the first Sunday in May teaches kids entrepreneurship through lemonade stands. Learn history, importance, and how to celebrate.
Machynlleth Comedy Festival
This festival celebrates live comedy every year during the May Day bank holiday weekend.
Staffordshire Day in England
Staffordshire Day is a celebration of the English county's culture and heritage held every May 1.
Tracky Dack Day
Tracky Dack Day is observed any day in May to wear trackies, donate, and support sick children and their families.
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International Harry Potter Day
Celebrate International Harry Potter Day on May 2, honoring the legacy of J.K. Rowling's beloved series.
World Tuna Day
World Tuna Day emphasizes the importance of sustainable tuna fishing practices to protect marine ecosystems and support global food security.
Baby Day
Baby Day is celebrated every May 2 to honor infants and promote healthy early childhood development.
The Twelfth Day of Ridvan
The Twelfth Day of Ridvan marks the conclusion of the most important Baha'i festival on May 2.
International Scurvy Awareness Day
International Scurvy Awareness Day is held every May 2 to promote the importance of vitamin C and healthy nutrition.
National Brothers and Sisters Day
Brother and Sister Day honors the lifelong bond between siblings on the first Saturday of May.
Melanoma Monday
Melanoma Monday promotes skin cancer awareness and early detection on the first Monday of May.
National Play Your Ukulele Day
National Play Your Ukulele Day is celebrated every May 2 to encourage musical expression and community.