Friday
November 23, 1973
17 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Black Friday
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is the U.S.’s biggest shopping event—signalling the start of the holiday sales season, offering major deals but also prompting reflection on consumption habits.
World Watercolor Day
On November 23rd, the art world celebrates World Watercolor Day, established in 1991 by renowned Mexican watercolorist Alfredo Guati Rojo.
Doctor Who Day (TARDIS Day)
Celebrate Doctor Who Day (TARDIS Day) on November 23 — a global fandom event honouring the Doctor, the TARDIS and the imaginative spirit of time-travel adventures.
Wolfenoot
Celebrate Wolfenoot on November 23 — a fun, kind-hearted holiday honoring wolves, dogs and the people who love them, with gifts, moon cakes and acts of animal-kindness.
World Youth Day
Explore World Youth Day, a global Catholic youth gathering initiated by Pope John Paul II in 1985, celebrate its history, significance for young people worldwide, and ways to participate locally and globally.
Fibonacci Day
Fibonacci Day celebrates the famous number sequence and its appearance in nature, art and life, with history and fun ways to explore its patterns.
Native American Heritage Day
Native American Heritage Day honors the culture, history and contributions of Native and Alaska Native peoples in the United States and encourages respectful learning and engagement.
National Espresso Day
Discover National Espresso Day, learn about its history, significance and easy ways to celebrate the intense coffee shot loved around the world.
National Bible Week
National Bible Week (week of Thanksgiving) encourages Americans to read, study and reflect on the Bible together, celebrating its role in faith and community.
National Cashew Day
National Cashew Day honors the beloved cashew with a look at its history, importance and easy, tasty ways to celebrate this crunchy favorite.
Sinkie Day
Sinkie Day (The day after Thanksgiving) invites a casual post-holiday feast—eat leftovers over the sink, skip the formal dinner and enjoy food simply and comfortably.
Thankful For My Dog Day
Thankful For My Dog Day celebrates the bond between dogs and their owners, with its history, meaning and heartfelt ways to show appreciation.
Maize Day
Maize Day falls on the Friday after Thanksgiving and invites celebration of maize (corn) through food, culture and appreciation of this important crop.
Eat A Cranberry Day
Eat A Cranberry Day on November 23 celebrates the tart, colourful cranberry with its history, meaning and simple ways to enjoy it in everyday meals.
Flossing Day
Flossing Day encourages better oral hygiene by reminding everyone to floss and care for their teeth after holiday meals.
National Day of Listening
Day of Listening invites people to slow down, listen to the stories of family and community, and preserve meaningful conversations through dedicated time and attention.
Stir-Up Sunday
Stir-Up Sunday, a cherished tradition in the UK, falls on the last Sunday before Advent, making it a floating holiday that varies each year.
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Evolution Day
On Evolution Day, celebrated every 24 November, we honor the publication of Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species."
Aura Awareness Day
Aura Awareness Day, observed every fourth Saturday in November, is a unique celebration of the energy fields that are believed to surround us.
Your Unique Talent Day
Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day is a joyful occasion to recognize, share, and embrace your personal skills—no matter how big or small—and to connect with others through the diversity of talents.
D.B. Cooper Day
D.B. Cooper Day remembers the legendary hijacking of Northwest Orient Flight 305 in 1971, exploring the mystery, aviation history, and cultural legacy of the elusive D.B. Cooper.
National Sardines Day
National Sardines Day celebrates the small but mighty sardine—rich in nutrients, linked to food traditions worldwide, and a smart sustainable seafood choice.
Brownielocks Day (Big Hair Day or Brunette Pride Day)
Brownielocks Day is a cheerful celebration of brunette hair, big styles, and self-expression—also known as Big Hair Day or Brunette Pride Day.
National Use Even If Seal Is Broken Day
National Use Even If Seal Is Broken Day is a quirky consumer observance inviting people to reflect on packaging habits, food-safety assumptions, and whether a broken seal always means “discard”.
Win Friends and Influence People Day
Win Friends and Influence People Day honors the legacy of Dale Carnegie’s classic book and invites individuals to apply its timeless principles for better communication, more profound relationships, and positive influence.