Wednesday
December 12
10 holidays and observances fall on this day.
Retail Employees Day
Retail Employees Day is observed on December 12 to thank and celebrate the hard work of retail staff worldwide.
Festival of Unmentionable Thoughts
The Festival of Unmentionable Thoughts is observed to encourage self-reflection and the acknowledgment of private, often unspoken ideas.
International Sound Check Day
International Sound Check Day is celebrated on December 12 to honor audio engineers and the "one, two" microphone test ritual.
International Universal Health Coverage Day
International Universal Health Coverage Day is observed on December 12 to advocate for accessible and affordable medical care for all.
International Day of Neutrality
International Day of Neutrality is observed on December 12 to promote the role of neutral states in maintaining global peace and security.
National Poinsettia Day
National Poinsettia Day is observed on December 12 to honor Joel Roberts Poinsett and celebrate the world's most popular holiday plant.
National Ding-A-Ling Day
National Ding-A-Ling Day is observed on December 12 to encourage people to reconnect with old friends and family through phone calls.
Gingerbread House Day (Gingerbread Decorating Day)
Gingerbread House Day is observed to celebrate the tradition of building and decorating edible homes made of spiced cookie dough.
National Ambrosia Day
National Ambrosia Day is observed annually on December 12. This food holiday celebrates the creamy, fruity salad that has graced American potlucks and holiday tables for over a century. History…
National 12-hour Fresh Breath Day
National 12-Hour Fresh Breath Day is observed on December 12 to promote long-lasting oral hygiene habits and the importance of fresh breath.
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National Cocoa Day
National Cocoa Day is observed on December 13 to celebrate the comforting taste and long history of the cocoa bean.
National Horse Day
National Horse Day is observed on December 13 to honor the economic, historic, and cultural contributions of horses in the United States.
U.S. National Guard Birthday
U.S. National Guard Birthday is observed on December 13 to celebrate the 1636 founding of America's oldest military organization.
National Ice Cream Day in December
National Ice Cream Day is observed on December 13 to celebrate the joy of eating frozen treats even during the winter months.
National Violin Day
National Violin Day is observed on December 13 to celebrate the history, sound, and cultural impact of the violin.
National Cream Cheese Frosting Day
National Cream Cheese Frosting Day is observed on December 13 to celebrate the tangy, versatile topping that pairs perfectly with holiday desserts.
National Day of Saint Lucia
National Day of Saint Lucia is observed on December 13 to honor the patron saint, Saint Lucy, with a Festival of Lights and Renewal.
Pick A Pathologist Pal Day
Pick A Pathologist Pal Day is observed annually on December 13. This quirky holiday encourages people to befriend the "detectives" of the medical world, shedding light on a profession that…
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