Wednesday
November 14, 2018
14 holidays and observances fall on this day.
World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day, commemorated every year on November 14th, is a pivotal event in the global health calendar.
International Girls Day
Learn about International Girls Day on November 14: its origins, importance and simple ways to celebrate and empower girls everywhere.
World Vasectomy Day
World Vasectomy Day promotes male participation in family planning by raising awareness of vasectomy as a safe, effective contraceptive choice.
Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week
Celebrate Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week in November: explore its history, significance, and ways to deepen meaningful bonds with animals.
National Pickle Day
Celebrate National Pickle Day on November 14: learn about its pickling history, why it matters, and fun ways to enjoy pickles and flavour exploration.
National American Teddy Bear Day
Celebrate National American Teddy Bear Day on November 14: learn its origins, significance, and simple ways to give (or revisit) a teddy bear and spread comfort.
National Donor Sabbath
Learn about National Donor Sabbath: its faith-based origins, why organ and tissue donation matters, and how your community can participate to help save lives.
National Spicy Guacamole Day
Celebrate National Spicy Guacamole Day on November 14: discover its roots, why it matters and how to create bold, flavour-packed guacamole at home.
Operating Room Nurse Day
Learn about National Operating Room Nurse Day on November 14: its origins, why it matters and ways to thank the perioperative nurses who help carry out surgeries.
National Seat Belt Day
Learn about National Seat Belt Day (November 14): its origins, why buckling up matters and simple steps to make every ride safer.
Loosen Up Lighten Up Day
Celebrate Loosen Up, Lighten Up Day on November 14: discover its origin, value and simple ways to relax, laugh and lighten your load.
National Family PJ Day
Celebrate National Family PJ Day on November 14: learn how it began, why it matters and easy ways your family can relax, connect and enjoy pajama-time together.
National DTC (Direct-To-Consumer) Friday
Celebrate National DTC Friday in November: learn the history of the direct-to-consumer movement and discover ways to shop and support DTC brands.
Spirit of National Speakers Association Day
Explore Spirit of National Speakers Association Day on November 14: discover the history of the NSA, why the day matters and ways speakers and communicators can honour their craft and community.
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Steve Irwin Day
Celebrate Steve Irwin Day (Nov 15) by honouring the legacy of wildlife champion Steve Irwin and taking action for animal conservation.
World Philosophy Day
World Philosophy Day, celebrated on the third Thursday of November, beckons us to the rich tapestry of thought that has shaped human civilization.
World Pancreatic Cancer Day
Learn about World Pancreatic Cancer Day, its origins, significance in raising awareness of pancreatic cancer globally, and ways you can observe and support the cause.
International Guinness World Records Day
Celebrate International Guinness World Records Day every third Thursday of November—join millions worldwide in record-breaking fun, creativity and global achievement.
Social Enterprise Day
Discover Social Enterprise Day, its roots, its significance in promoting mission-driven business, and simple ways you can celebrate and support social enterprise.
Day of the Imprisoned Writer
Explore the Day of the Imprisoned Writer (November 15) — its origin, importance and how to show solidarity with writers who face repression.
Introduce A Girl To Engineering Day
Introduce A Girl To Engineering Day is held every February to encourage young women to pursue careers in STEM.
National Drummer Day
National Drummer Day on November 15th celebrates drummers and drumming's physical and mental benefits.