Saturday
December 2
21 holidays and observances fall on this day.
World Computer Literacy Day
World Computer Literacy Day is dedicated to global digital literacy, its origins, importance and simple ways to support computer skills for all.
Giving Tuesday
Learn about Giving Tuesday — the global day of generosity after Thanksgiving — its history, significance, and easy ways to take part every year.
International Spirit of the Game Day
International Spirit of the Game Day is observed on the first Saturday of December to celebrate fair play and self-officiating in disc sports.
World Pollution Prevention Day
World Pollution Prevention Day encourages global attention to pollution risks and promotes everyday actions to protect our environment and future.
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery raises global awareness of modern slavery, human trafficking, and the ongoing fight for human rights and freedom.
Global Fat Bike Day
Global Fat Bike Day is observed annually on the first Saturday of December. The event celebrates off-road cycling and connects riders worldwide.
Special Education Day
Special Education Day honors inclusive education, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and ongoing efforts for equal opportunity.
National Mutt Day
National Mutt Day on December 2 celebrates mixed-breed dogs, encourages adoption, and supports shelters caring for dogs in need.
National Skip School Day
Overview of National Skip School Day on December 2, its social-media origins, meaning, and ways students can observe it responsibly.
National Fritters Day
Fritters Day on December 2 — a celebration of crispy, delicious fritters around the world and ways to enjoy them with friends and family.
Play Basketball Day
Play Basketball Day celebrates the invention of basketball and encourages people to shoot hoops or enjoy their favourite basketball moments.
National Build Joy Day
Learn about National Build Joy Day — a day to spread kindness and joy through small acts that help communities connect and thrive.
Safety Razor Day
Discover Safety Razor Day on December 2 — a celebration of the safety razor’s history, its impact on grooming, and sustainable shaving traditions.
SKYWARN™ Recognition Day
SKYWARN Recognition Day honors the volunteer storm spotters and amateur radio operators who provide essential weather data.
Chester Greenwood (Earmuff) Day
Chester Greenwood Day is the first Saturday of December. It honors the Maine teenager who invented earmuffs in 1873.
Business of Popping Corn Day
Business of Popping Corn Day — a day honoring the invention of the commercial popcorn machine and popcorn’s rise as a global snack phenomenon.
National Rhubarb Vodka Day
National Rhubarb Vodka Day is observed on the first Saturday of December to celebrate the infusion of rhubarb into spirits.
Coats and Toys for Kids Day
Coats and Toys for Kids Day is the first Saturday of December. The event collects used coats and new toys to support children in need during the winter.
Lao National Day
Lao National Day marks the establishment of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in 1975, with national celebrations, parades and cultural pride.
United Arab Emirates National Day
UAE National Day (December 2) — celebration of the union of emirates, national unity, heritage and festive nationwide celebrations.
Tree Dressing Day
The day encourages communities to decorate local trees with nature-friendly ornaments, reviving ancient customs of tree worship and highlighting the need for conservation and stewardship of green spaces.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a United Nations observance promoting awareness, inclusion and rights of persons with disabilities.
Let’s Hug Day
Let’s Hug Day celebrates the simple, powerful act of hugging — encouraging warmth, connection and kindness through shared embraces.
Choose Women Wednesday
Choose Women Wednesday %currentyear%, the Wednesday after Thanksgiving, is a day to appreciate and support women in the business sector.
National Roof Over Your Head Day
National Roof Over Your Head Day encourages gratitude for having a home and raises awareness about homelessness and housing insecurity.
National Package Protection Day
National Package Protection Day reminds shoppers to protect delivered packages from theft and promotes secure delivery practices.
Make a Gift Day
Make a Gift Day encourages heartfelt, handmade gifts that highlight creativity, care, and meaningful personal expression.
National Green Bean Casserole Day
National Green Bean Casserole Day celebrates the classic American comfort dish, green bean casserole, honoring its 1955 origin.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is New York City’s iconic holiday tradition, held each year when a massive fir tree is erected and spectacularly illuminated at Rockefeller Center in…
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