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18 holidays observed on this day
Monday, May 4 2026

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

Star Wars Day MOST LOVED TODAY
Pop Culture Movies & TV United States

Star Wars Day

Cultural observance on May 4 celebrating the Star Wars franchise and its global fan community.

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National Orange Juice Day
Food observance
National Orange Juice Day

Treat yourself to a delicious glass of orange juice on National Orange Juice Day! Enjoy a refreshing and healthy start to your day.

Food Soft Drinks United States
03
International Firefighters Day
Observance
International Firefighters Day

Honour the brave firefighters around the world on International Firefighters Day - thank them for their courageous work and dedication!

Careers First Responders International
04
International Respect for Chickens Day
Institutional Initiative
International Respect for Chickens Day

An international observance on May 4 dedicated to raising awareness about the welfare and cognitive complexity of chickens.

Animals Farm Animals International
05
Anti-Bullying Day
Awareness day
Anti-Bullying Day

Stand up against bullying on Anti-Bullying Day - join the movement to create a safe and secure world for everyone!

Awareness Violence Prevention United States
06
Firefighters’ Memorial Day
Observance
Firefighters’ Memorial Day

On Firefighters' Memorial Day, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of these everyday heroes who risk their lives to keep us safe.

Careers First Responders United Kingdom
07
K.I.N.D. Day
Awareness day
K.I.N.D. Day

Spread kindness and make a difference on K.I.N.D. Day - join us in small acts of compassion that can have a big impact!

Awareness Philanthropy International
08
Kent State Shootings Remembrance
Observance
Kent State Shootings Remembrance

Honor the lives lost and stand for peace on Kent State Shootings Remembrance Day. Let's never forget this tragic event in our history.

Culture Civics United States
09
National Weather Observers Day
Observance
National Weather Observers Day

Celebrate National Weather Observers Day and honor the dedicated professionals who help us stay informed of changing weather conditions!

Careers Media United States
10
National Renewal Day
Observance
National Renewal Day

Celebrate National Renewal Day - take some time to rest, reflect and recharge your energy! You deserve it.

Health Self-Care United States
11
Greenery Day
Observance
Greenery Day

Get out and enjoy nature on Greenery Day - it's the perfect time to appreciate the beauty of the world around us and make a positive impact for future generations.

Nature Plants Japan
12
Petite and Proud Day
Community origin
Petite and Proud Day

It's time to celebrate being petite and proud! Embrace your unique size with confidence and join the movement on Petite and Proud Day.

Fun Silly International
13
45 Day
Community origin
45 Day

Counting down the days until 45 Day? Get ready to celebrate with fun events, discounts, and activities that will make this day extra special!

Fun Silly United States
14
Dave Brubeck Day
Observance
Dave Brubeck Day

Celebrate the life and legacy of jazz legend, Dave Brubeck, on his special day. Tune in to his timeless music and honor his contributions to the world of jazz.

Pop Culture Music United States
15
National Remembrance Day in Netherlands
Observance
National Remembrance Day in Netherlands

On National Remembrance Day in Netherlands, we honor the fallen heroes and reflect on the sacrifices that have shaped our nation.

Culture Civics Netherlands
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World Give Day
Awareness day
World Give Day

On World Give Day, make a difference in someone's life by donating to a cause you care about or volunteering your time. Spread kindness and generosity!

Awareness Philanthropy International
17
Melanoma Monday
Awareness day
Melanoma Monday

Today is Melanoma Monday - take the time to check yourself and your loved ones for any suspicious moles or skin changes!

Awareness Health Conditions United States
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Rhode Island Independence Day
Observance
Rhode Island Independence Day

Get ready to party like it's 1776 on Rhode Island Independence Day! Join in the festivities and celebrate the birth of a state with rich history.

Culture Regional United States
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This week & month

72 month-long observances and 15 week-long ones that include May 4.

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 Pet Week
May 3–9
National Pet Week
Animals
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
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4–8
Teacher Appreciation Week
Careers
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 Correctional Officer’s Week
May 3–9
National Correctional Officer’s Week
Careers
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
Public Service Recognition Week
May 3–9
Public Service Recognition Week
Awareness
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
Deaf Awareness Week
May 4–10
Deaf Awareness Week
Awareness
Drinking Water Week
May 3–9
Drinking Water Week
Awareness
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
Red Cross Week
May 4–10
Red Cross Week
Awareness
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
Dystonia Awareness Week
May 3–11
Dystonia Awareness 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
Lawyer Well-Being Week
May 4–8
Lawyer Well-Being Week
Careers
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
Sun Awareness Week
May 4–10
Sun Awareness Week
Awareness
Building Safety Week
May 2–6
Building Safety Week
Awareness
International Victorious Woman Month
All of May
International Victorious Woman Month
Culture
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
May 3–9
North American Occupational Safety and Health Week
Awareness
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