Wednesday
April 2
15 holidays and observances fall on this day.
World Autism Awareness Day
World Autism Awareness Day is an international observance promoting neurodiversity and inclusion held every April 2.
Maundy Thursday
Maundy Thursday is a solemn Christian holy day observed on the Thursday before Easter to honor the Last Supper.
International Children’s Book Day
International Children’s Book Day is an annual celebration of children's literature held every April 2.
International Fact-Checking Day
International Fact-Checking Day is an annual media literacy event held every April 2 to promote truth and accuracy.
National Walking Day
National Walking Day is a health awareness event held on the first Wednesday of April to promote physical activity.
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day is an annual celebration of the iconic American sandwich held every April 2.
National Ride Your Horse to a Bar Day
National Ride Your Horse to a Bar Day is an annual social event for equestrians held every April 2.
National Reconciliation Day
National Reconciliation Day is an annual observance focused on healing broken relationships held every April 2.
Pascua Florida Day
Pascua Florida Day is an annual state holiday in Florida held every April 2.
National Ferret Day
National Ferret Day is an annual advocacy and celebration event for ferret owners held every April 2.
National Love Your Produce Manager Day
National Love Your Produce Manager Day is an annual retail appreciation event held every April 2.
National Childhelp Day of Hope
National Childhelp Day of Hope is a day of remembrance and advocacy for child abuse victims held every first Wednesday of April.
National Children’s Picture Book Day
National Children's Picture Book Day is an annual celebration of illustrated stories held every April 2.
Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action
Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action promotes youth advocacy against nicotine and is held on the first Wednesday of April.
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is observed on the first Wednesday of April to honor education support staff.
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Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian day of mourning observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday.
World Aquatic Animal Day
World Aquatic Animal Day is held every April 3 to raise awareness for the protection and welfare of all water-dwelling animals.
World Party Day
World Party Day is an annual global celebration held every April 3 to promote peace and social harmony through joy.
World Marbles Day
World Marbles Day is a global celebration of traditional gaming observed on the Friday before Easter.
Don't Go to Work Unless it's Fun Day
Don't Go to Work Unless it's Fun Day is observed on April 3. This lighthearted holiday encourages workers to evaluate their professional lives and prioritize their mental well-being over a…
National Find a Rainbow Day
National Find a Rainbow Day is observed every April 3 to appreciate the natural beauty and science of rainbows.
Fish Fingers and Custard Day
Fish Fingers and Custard Day is held every April 3 to celebrate a famous food scene from the series Doctor Who.
American Circus Day
American Circus Day is held every April 3 to honor the anniversary of the nation's first circus performance in 1793.
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