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21 holidays observed on this day
Saturday, May 2 2026

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What May 2 celebrates

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

International Harry Potter Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Pop Culture Books International

International Harry Potter Day

An annual international observance on May 2 celebrating J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, on the date of the fictional Battle of Hogwarts.

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Brothers and Sisters Day
Community Origin
Brothers and Sisters Day

An appreciation day on May 2 celebrating the sibling bond and encouraging people to honor and reconnect with their brothers and sisters.

Relationships Siblings International
03
National Truffle Day
Food observance
National Truffle Day

Indulge your sweet tooth on National Truffle Day with delicious truffle recipes, discounts, and deals!

Food Chocolate United States
04
Baby Day
Community Origin
Baby Day

A lighthearted observance on May 2 celebrating babies and the milestones, science, and cultural significance of early human development.

Relationships Children United States
05
National Scrapbook Day
Observance
National Scrapbook Day

Capture memories and make them last forever on National Scrapbook Day - get creative with supplies, photos, and decorations!

Hobbies DIY United States
06
National Sandra Day
Observance
National Sandra Day

Happy National Sandra Day to all the amazing people who share this name! Let's honor and celebrate the strength, grace, and accomplishments of our fellow Sandras.

Names International
07
Free Comic Book Day
Observance
Free Comic Book Day

It's time to get your geek on! Enjoy Free Comic Book Day with awesome giveaways, discounts, and activities - perfect for comic book lovers everywhere!

Pop Culture Comics United States
08
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
09
National Fitness Day
Observance
National Fitness Day

Get moving on National Fitness Day! Join the challenge and set your fitness goals to achieve a healthier lifestyle.

Health Fitness United States
10
National Herb Day
Observance
National Herb Day

Celebrate National Herb Day with the freshest flavors - add herbs to your favorite dishes for an extra burst of flavor and health benefits!

Health Alternative Health United States
11
Kentucky Derby
Observance
Kentucky Derby

On the first Saturday in May, join the excitement of the Kentucky Derby - place your bets and cheer on your favorite horse!

Sports Races United States
12
National Play Your Ukulele Day
Observance
National Play Your Ukulele Day

Strum your way into National Play Your Ukulele Day with our fun tutorials, jam sessions, and tips for mastering this adorable instrument.

Hobbies Performing Arts United States
13
Pilates Day
Institutional Initiative
Pilates Day

An annual international observance on the first Saturday in May celebrating the Pilates exercise method and promoting awareness of its physical and mental benefits.

Health Fitness International
14
National Life Insurance Day
Observance
National Life Insurance Day

Secure your future and those you love with National Life Insurance Day - get the coverage you need to ensure peace of mind!

Business Financial Literacy United States
15
World Tuna Day
Observance
World Tuna Day

Get hooked on World Tuna Day and indulge in delicious tuna dishes, learn about sustainable fishing practices, and support conservation efforts!

Nature Conservation International
16
Naked Gardening Day
Community origin
Naked Gardening Day

Embrace the pure joy of nature this Naked Gardening Day! Let's get down and dirty with the earth in the most fun, liberating way possible.

Fun Silly International
17
Beer Pong Day
Food observance
Beer Pong Day

Raise a glass and join the celebration - it's Beer Pong Day! Show off your skills and have fun with friends.

Food Alcohol United States
18
National Byron Day
Observance
National Byron Day

Calling all Byrons! It's time to celebrate your name and all the amazing people who share it.

Names International
19
World Fair Trade Day
Awareness day
World Fair Trade Day

Join us to celebrate World Fair Trade Day and support ethical producers around the world- shop local, sustainable, and responsibly!

Awareness Social Justice International
20
International Scurvy Awareness Day
Awareness day
International Scurvy Awareness Day

Don't let scurvy sneak up on you! Join us in raising awareness and preventing this preventable disease on International Scurvy Awareness Day.

Awareness Health Conditions International
21
Kentucky Oaks
Observance
Kentucky Oaks

Get ready to be part of the dazzling spectacle of elegance and racing excitement at the ancient, awe-inspiring Kentucky Oaks!

Sports Races United States
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This week & month

72 month-long observances and 4 week-long ones that include May 2.

National Pet Month
All of May
National Pet Month
Animals
Mental Health Awareness Month
All of May
Mental Health Awareness Month
Awareness
Military Appreciation Month
All of May
Military Appreciation Month
Careers
National Duckling Month
All of May
National Duckling Month
Food
Zombie Awareness Month
All of May
Zombie Awareness Month
Fun
Be Kind to Animals Month
All of May
Be Kind to Animals Month
Awareness
National Strawberry Month
All of May
National Strawberry Month
Food
National Hamburger Month
All of May
National Hamburger Month
Food
National Barbecue Month
All of May
National Barbecue Month
Food
Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
All of May
Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
Awareness
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
All of May
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Culture
Jewish American Heritage Month
All of May
Jewish American Heritage Month
Culture
National Salad Month
All of May
National Salad Month
Food
Lupus Awareness Month
All of May
Lupus Awareness Month
Awareness
Better Speech and Hearing Month
All of May
Better Speech and Hearing Month
Awareness
Small Business Month
All of May
Small Business Month
Business
ALS Awareness Month
All of May
ALS Awareness Month
Awareness
Date Your Mate Month
All of May
Date Your Mate Month
Relationships
American Cheese Month
All of May
American Cheese Month
Food
Better Sleep Month
All of May
Better Sleep Month
Health
National Salsa Month
All of May
National Salsa Month
Food
Correct Posture Month
All of May
Correct Posture Month
Health
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
All of May
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Awareness
Clean Air Month
All of May
Clean Air Month
Nature
Healthy Vision Month
All of May
Healthy Vision Month
Health
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
All of May
Make May Purple /Action On Stroke Month
Awareness
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
All of May
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Health
National Blood Pressure Month
All of May
National Blood Pressure Month
Awareness
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month
All of May
Global Employee Health and Fitness Month
Careers
Haitian Heritage Month
All of May
Haitian Heritage Month
Culture
National Heritage Month
All of May
National Heritage Month
Culture
National Youth Traffic Safety Month
All of May
National Youth Traffic Safety Month
Awareness
Arthritis Awareness Month
All of May
Arthritis Awareness Month
Awareness
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
April 16 – May 29
Fuji Shibazakura Festival
Nature
Indian Heritage Month
All of May
Indian Heritage Month
Culture
International Drum Month
All of May
International Drum Month
Hobbies
Local and Community History Month
All of May
Local and Community History Month
Culture
National Foster Care Month
All of May
National Foster Care Month
Awareness
National Teen Self-Esteem Month
All of May
National Teen Self-Esteem Month
Awareness
National Walking Month
All of May
National Walking Month
Health
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
All of May
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
Brain Cancer Awareness Month
All of May
Brain Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness
National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month
All of May
National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month
Awareness
National Physiotherapy Month
All of May
National Physiotherapy Month
Careers
Older Americans Month
All of May
Older Americans Month
Awareness
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
All of May
Speech and Hearing Awareness Month
Awareness
Bealtaine Festival
All of May
Bealtaine Festival
Religion
Chip Your Pet Month
All of May
Chip Your Pet Month
Animals
Fibromyalgia Education and Awareness Month
All of May
Fibromyalgia Education and Awareness Month
Awareness
Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month
All of May
Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month
Awareness
National Moving Month
All of May
National Moving Month
Lifestyle
Building Safety Month
All of May
Building Safety Month
Awareness
Lung Health Awareness Month
All of May
Lung Health Awareness Month
Awareness
Maternal Mental Health Month
All of May
Maternal Mental Health Month
Awareness
National Bicycle Safety Month
All of May
National Bicycle Safety Month
Awareness
National Recommitment Month
All of May
National Recommitment Month
Health
Fungal Infection Awareness Month
All of May
Fungal Infection Awareness Month
Awareness
Homeschool Awareness Month
All of May
Homeschool Awareness Month
Awareness
International Civility Awareness Month
All of May
International Civility Awareness Month
Awareness
Latino Books Month
May 1–30
Latino Books Month
Culture
National Physical Education and Sport Week
May 1–7
National Physical Education and Sport Week
School
National Preservation Month
All of May
National Preservation Month
Culture
National Share a Story Month
All of May
National Share a Story Month
Pop Culture
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
All of May
Syringomyelia Awareness Month
Awareness
Youth Week
May 2–8
Youth Week
Awareness
Dying Matters Week
May 2–6
Dying Matters Week
Awareness
EDS Awareness Month
All of May
EDS Awareness Month
Awareness
Electromagnetic Radiation Awareness Month
All of May
Electromagnetic Radiation Awareness Month
Awareness
Family Wellness Month
All of May
Family Wellness Month
Health
Get Caught Reading Month
All of May
Get Caught Reading Month
Pop Culture
Gifts From The Garden Month
All of May
Gifts From The Garden Month
Hobbies
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
All of May
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Awareness
National Inventors Month
All of May
National Inventors Month
Tech
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
All of May
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
Awareness
Building Safety Week
May 2–6
Building Safety Week
Awareness
International Victorious Woman Month
All of May
International Victorious Woman Month
Culture
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