Friday
December 13
11 holidays and observances fall on this day.
National Salesperson Day
National Salesperson Day (the Second Friday in December) is dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication of salespeople everywhere.
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.
Lost and Found Day
Lost and Found Day is observed to encourage the recovery of misplaced items and the donation of unclaimed goods.
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…
Malta Republic Day
Malta Republic Day is observed on December 13 to commemorate the 1974 constitutional transition from a monarchy to a republic.
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International Shareware Day
International Shareware Day is a day to acknowledge the hard work of programmers who create software that users can try before buying.
National Bouillabaisse Day
Bouillabaisse is a traditional French stew made with various types of fish, shellfish, vegetables, and herbs, originating from Marseille.
Hanukkah
Hanukkah, celebrated from the 25th day of Kislev to the 2nd or 3rd day of Tevet in the Hebrew calendar, is a time of joy and reflection.
Monkey Day
Monkey Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated on December 14 dedicated to monkeys, apes, and primate conservation awareness.
More Good Today Day
It's a day dedicated to spreading kindness and generosity, encouraging people to focus on the positive and make a difference in the lives.
National Free Shipping Day
National Free Shipping Day occurs in mid-December, offering waived delivery fees and guaranteed arrival by Christmas Eve.
National Wreaths Across America Day
National Wreaths Across America Day honors veterans by placing wreaths on graves, observed annually on a designated Saturday in December.
Halcyon Day
Halcyon Day marks the start of a traditional period of calm weather and tranquility observed around the winter solstice.
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