Sunday
November 5, 2017
12 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Guy Fawkes Day
Celebrate Guy Fawkes Day with bonfires, fireworks and community gatherings while remembering the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and its significance in British history.
TransParent Day
Celebrate TransParent Day—a day dedicated to recognizing and honoring transgender parents, supporting inclusive families, and raising awareness of parenting diversity.
International Volunteer Managers Day
International Volunteer Managers Day is celebrated to honor the professionals who lead, inspire, and support volunteers around the world.
World Tsunami Awareness Day
World Tsunami Awareness Day raises awareness of tsunami hazards, promotes preparedness, early warning and resilient communities.
National Redhead Day
National Redhead Day celebrates the beauty of redheaded people and the unique qualities that they possess. It is a day to appreciate redheads and all they have to offer the world.
American Football Day
Celebrate National American Football Day by enjoying, playing or learning about the sport of American football, honouring its cultural impact.
National Chinese Take Out Day
Celebrate National Chinese Take-Out Day by ordering Chinese take-out, supporting local restaurants and exploring the rich story of Chinese-American cuisine.
Zero Tasking Day
Zero Tasking Day encourages taking a pause from tasks and embracing rest, reflection and simple presence on the first Sunday in November.
Summertime Ends (Daylight Savings Ends)
End of daylight savings in the USA on the first Sunday in November—gain an hour of sleep, set clocks back, embrace early morning light.
Bank Transfer Day
Celebrate National Bank Transfer Day by reviewing your banking relationship and aligning your money with your values.
Commercial TV Broadcast Day
Commercial TV Broadcast Day recognises the advent of television as a commercial medium, inviting reflection on broadcasting’s evolution and impact.
Dev Deepawali
This festival, also known as the 'Diwali of the Gods,' falls in November or December, about fifteen days after the traditional Diwali.
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Color the World Orange Day
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World Paper Free Day
Join in on World Paper Free Day (November 6) to reduce paper use, embrace digital alternatives, and help both efficiency and the environment.
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict on November 6 calls attention to the impact of armed conflict on ecosystems and the need to protect natural resources for peace and sustainability.
National Nachos Day
National Nachos Day is celebrated every year on November 6th. This delicious holiday celebrates everyone's favorite Mexican dish — nachos! There's no wrong way to enjoy nachos.
National Saxophone Day
Celebrate National Saxophone Day on November 6 by exploring the instrument’s rich history, listening to iconic sax solos, and supporting music education and saxophone players.
National Basketball Day
Celebrate National Basketball Day on November 6 by honoring the legacy of basketball’s inventor and embracing the joy of the game through simple play, community spirit, and historical reflection.
Marooned Without a Compass Day
Reflect on Marooned Without a Compass Day — a quirky holiday that invites you to embrace uncertainty, trust your inner compass, and navigate life without always having all the tools.
Job Action Day
Job Action Day is a yearly occasion to reflect on your career path, take actionable steps toward job fulfilment, and invest in meaningful work.