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25 holidays observed on this day
Tuesday, April 21 2026

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April 21 2026

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25 holidays observed around the world. Sorted by what people are loving today.

National Tea Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Food Coffee United States

National Tea Day

Brew a cup of tea and enjoy the aroma! National Tea Day is the perfect day to celebrate your favorite teas, tisanes, and more.

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National Bulldogs Are Beautiful Day
Individual Initiative
National Bulldogs Are Beautiful Day

An annual observance on April 21 celebrating the bulldog breed and promoting acceptance of all creatures regardless of appearance, created by children's book author Jackie Valent.

Animals Dogs United States
03
National Alex Day
Observance
National Alex Day

Calling all Alex's - it's your special day! Celebrate National Alex Day with pride and enjoy some extra love and attention from friends and family.

Names International
04
National Library Workers Day
Observance
National Library Workers Day

National Library Workers Day - applauding the book-loving wizards making libraries our favorite spot for knowledge, inspiration, and community!

School Literacy United States
05
Festival of Ridvan
Observance
Festival of Ridvan

Dive into joyous celebrations, spiritual reflections and blooming gardens on the Festival of Ridván- the pinnacle of the Bahá'í calendar.

Religion Other Religion International
06
National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day
Food observance
National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day

Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet and salty on National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day! Don't miss out on this delicious treat.

Food Chocolate United States
07
World Creativity and Innovation Day
Observance
World Creativity and Innovation Day

Celebrate World Creativity and Innovation Day by exploring new ideas, taking risks, and pushing the boundaries of your imagination!

Tech Innovation International
08
National Surprise Drug Test Day
Awareness day
National Surprise Drug Test Day

Don't get caught off guard on National Surprise Drug Test Day - make sure you're prepared and stay clean!

Awareness Public Health United States
09
National Kindergarten Day
Observance
National Kindergarten Day

Celebrate National Kindergarten Day with your little ones and make it a day full of learning, fun, and exploration!

School Literacy United States
10
Thank You for Libraries Day
Observance
Thank You for Libraries Day

On Thank You for Libraries Day, let's take a moment to appreciate the magical world of books and thank our local libraries for bringing them to us!

School Literacy United States
11
National Chickpea Day
Food observance
National Chickpea Day

Celebrate National Chickpea Day with delicious, nutritious recipes - from soups and salads to curries and falafel!

Food Side Dishes United States
12
Tuna Rights Day
Awareness day
Tuna Rights Day

On Tuna Rights Day, let's shine a light on the importance of sustainable fishing practices and protecting our ocean's precious tuna populations.

Awareness Animal Welfare United States
13
Keep Off the Grass Day
Observance
Keep Off the Grass Day

It's time to give the grass a break and celebrate Keep Off the Grass Day - explore alternative outdoor activities and let your lawn breathe!

Hobbies Gardening United States
14
National Javier Day
Observance
National Javier Day

It's time to honor all the Javiers out there on National Javier Day - join us in celebrating this unique and meaningful name!

Names International
15
National Pet CBD day
Observance
National Pet CBD day

Give your furry friend the gift of relaxation on National Pet CBD Day - try out our premium CBD products for a calmer, happier pet!

Health Alternative Health United States
16
National Yellow Bat Day
Observance
National Yellow Bat Day

Honor the bravery and contributions of the Army Security Agency on National Yellow Bat Day - a day dedicated to their service and sacrifice.

Animals Wildlife United States
17
World Curlew Day
Observance
World Curlew Day

Let's spread awareness and appreciation for these unique and endangered birds on World Curlew Day - join the movement to protect their habitats!

Animals Birds United States
18
Advisor Appreciation Day
Observance
Advisor Appreciation Day

It's time to show your gratitude for the advisors who guide and support you - make their day special on Advisor Appreciation Day!

Careers Educators United States
19
Big Word Day
Observance
Big Word Day

Expand your vocabulary and join in on the fun of Big Word Day! Challenge yourself to use new words and impress everyone with your linguistic skills.

School Literacy United States
20
Yom HaZikaron
Enacted Law
Yom HaZikaron

National memorial day on the fourth day of Iyar to commemorate Israel's fallen soldiers and civilian victims of hostile acts.

Religion Jewish Israel
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International Hemp Day
Observance
International Hemp Day

Happy International Hemp Day! Join us in promoting the many benefits of this versatile plant and its products while enjoying some delicious hemp-based treats.

Business Industries International
22
Yom HaAtzmaut
Enacted Law
Yom HaAtzmaut

National holiday on the fifth day of Iyar to commemorate the Declaration of Independence of the State of Israel in 1948.

Religion Jewish Israel
23
Battle of San Jacinto
Observance
Battle of San Jacinto

Experience the thrilling history of the Battle of San Jacinto - join us for reenactments, educational tours, and patriotic celebrations!

Culture Civics United States
24
San Jacinto Day
Observance
San Jacinto Day

Honor the bravery of those who fought at the Battle of San Jacinto on this historic day filled with parades, ceremonies, and commemorations.

Culture Regional United States
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Tiradentes Day
Observance
Tiradentes Day

Get ready to commemorate Tiradentes Day with a day full of cultural events, delicious food, and colorful celebrations!

Culture Civics International
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National Poetry Month
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National Poetry Month
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National Grilled Cheese Month
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National Grilled Cheese Month
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World Autism Month
All of April
World Autism Month
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National Alcohol Awareness Month
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National Soft Pretzel Month
All of April
National Soft Pretzel Month
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National Frog Month
All of April
National Frog Month
Animals
Occupational Therapy Month
All of April
Occupational Therapy Month
Careers
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
All of April
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Awareness
Financial Literacy Month
All of April
Financial Literacy Month
Business
National Humor Month
All of April
National Humor Month
Fun
Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
All of April
Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
Animals
National Food Month
All of April
National Food Month
Food
National BLT Sandwich Month
All of April
National BLT Sandwich Month
Food
National Pet First Aid Awareness Month
All of April
National Pet First Aid Awareness Month
Animals
School Library Month
All of April
School Library Month
School
International Guitar Month
All of April
International Guitar Month
Hobbies
Keep America Beautiful Month
All of April
Keep America Beautiful Month
Nature
National Social Security Month
All of April
National Social Security Month
Business
Straw Hat Month
All of April
Straw Hat Month
Style
Counseling Awareness Month
All of April
Counseling Awareness Month
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Emotional Overeating Awareness Month
All of April
Emotional Overeating Awareness Month
Awareness
Month of the Military Child
All of April
Month of the Military Child
Awareness
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
All of April
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
Awareness
Physical Wellness Month
All of April
Physical Wellness Month
Health
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
April 16 – May 29
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
Nature
Global Child Nutrition Month
All of April
Global Child Nutrition Month
Awareness
National Dance Week
April 17–26
National Dance Week
Hobbies
National Kite Month
All of April
National Kite Month
Sports
Animal Cruelty / Human Violence Awareness Week
April 20–26
Animal Cruelty / Human Violence Awareness Week
Awareness
Earth Month
All of April
Earth Month
Nature
Health Information Professionals Week
April 18–24
Health Information Professionals Week
Careers
National Card and Letter Writing Month
All of April
National Card and Letter Writing Month
Pop Culture
National Library Week
April 19–25
National Library Week
School
Organic Breakfast Month
All of April
Organic Breakfast Month
Food
Celebrate Diversity Month
All of April
Celebrate Diversity Month
Awareness
Fair Housing Month
All of April
Fair Housing Month
Awareness
International Amateur Radio Month
All of April
International Amateur Radio Month
Hobbies
National Foot Health Awareness Month
All of April
National Foot Health Awareness Month
Awareness
National Month of Hope
All of April
National Month of Hope
Awareness
National Welding Month
All of April
National Welding Month
Careers
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
All of April
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
Awareness
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
All of April
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
Administrative Professionals Week
April 19–25
Administrative Professionals Week
Careers
Move More Month
All of April
Move More Month
Health
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
April 19–25
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Awareness
National Donate Life Month
All of April
National Donate Life Month
Awareness
National Garlic Month
All of April
National Garlic Month
Food
National Green Week
February 7 – April 30
National Green Week
Nature
National Princess Week
April 19–25
National Princess Week
Pop Culture
National Safe Digging Month
All of April
National Safe Digging Month
Awareness
National Woodworking Month
All of April
National Woodworking Month
Hobbies
National Youth Sports Safety Month
All of April
National Youth Sports Safety Month
Awareness
Rosacea Awareness Month
All of April
Rosacea Awareness Month
Awareness
STI Awareness Month
All of April
STI Awareness Month
Awareness
Sarcoidosis Awareness Month
All of April
Sarcoidosis Awareness Month
Awareness
Arab American Heritage Month
All of April
Arab American Heritage Month
Culture
Cesarean Awareness Month
All of April
Cesarean Awareness Month
Awareness
Cranberries and Gooseberries Month
All of April
Cranberries and Gooseberries Month
Food
Defeat Diabetes Month
All of April
Defeat Diabetes Month
Awareness
Every Kid Healthy Week
April 20–24
Every Kid Healthy Week
Awareness
Fibroid Awareness Week
April 18–24
Fibroid Awareness Week
Awareness
Genocide Awareness Month
All of April
Genocide Awareness Month
Awareness
National African-American Women’s Fitness Month
All of April
National African-American Women’s Fitness Month
Culture
National Car Care Month
All of April
National Car Care Month
Lifestyle
National Facial Protection Month
All of April
National Facial Protection Month
Awareness
National Pest Management Month
All of April
National Pest Management Month
Careers
National Youth Violence Prevention Week
April 20–24
National Youth Violence Prevention Week
Awareness
Scottish-American Heritage Month
All of April
Scottish-American Heritage Month
Culture
Sports Eye Safety Awareness Month
All of April
Sports Eye Safety Awareness Month
Awareness
SunSmart Skin Cancer Prevention
All of April
SunSmart Skin Cancer Prevention
Awareness
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
All of April
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Awareness
Workplace Conflict Awareness Month
All of April
Workplace Conflict Awareness Month
Careers
World Landscape Architecture Month
All of April
World Landscape Architecture Month
Careers
Active School Week
April 20–24
Active School Week
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Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
All of April
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
Cancer Control Month
All of April
Cancer Control Month
Awareness
Children and Nature Awareness Month
All of April
Children and Nature Awareness Month
Awareness
Fresh Florida Tomato Month
All of April
Fresh Florida Tomato Month
Food
Global Astronomy Month
All of April
Global Astronomy Month
School
Grange Month
All of April
Grange Month
Culture
IBS Month
All of April
IBS Month
Awareness
International Customer Loyalty Month
All of April
International Customer Loyalty Month
Business
Jazz Appreciation Month
All of April
Jazz Appreciation Month
Pop Culture
Medical Laboratory Professionals Week
April 19–25
Medical Laboratory Professionals Week
Careers
National Decorating Month
All of April
National Decorating Month
Lifestyle
National Fresh Celery Month
All of April
National Fresh Celery Month
Food
National Internship Awareness Month
All of April
National Internship Awareness Month
Careers
National Minority Health Month
All of April
National Minority Health Month
Awareness
National Sjogren’s Syndrome Awareness Month
All of April
National Sjogren’s Syndrome Awareness Month
Awareness
National Soy Foods Month
All of April
National Soy Foods Month
Food
Records and Information Management Month
All of April
Records and Information Management Month
Business
Step up for 30 For Bowel Cancer Month
All of April
Step up for 30 For Bowel Cancer Month
Awareness
Tomatillo and Asian Pear Month
All of April
Tomatillo and Asian Pear Month
Food
Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Month
All of April
Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Month
Food
Chemists Celebrate Earth Week
April 19–25
Chemists Celebrate Earth Week
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Global Campaign for Education Action Week
April 18–24
Global Campaign for Education Action Week
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Oral Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week
April 16–22
Oral Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week
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Summer Tire Changeover Month
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Summer Tire Changeover Month
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Undergraduate Research Week
April 19–23
Undergraduate Research Week
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Worldwide Bereaved Spouses Awareness Month
All of April
Worldwide Bereaved Spouses Awareness Month
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