Monday
May 15
18 holidays and observances fall on this day.
International Family Day
Celebrate International Family Daу by honoring the vital role families play in society and promoting initiatives that support family well-being.
International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day
Celebrate International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day by embracing the nurturing practice of skin-to-skin contact and supporting neonatal health.
Vascular Birthmarks Awareness Day
Vascular Birthmarks Awareness Day on May 15 promotes understanding, support, and education for individuals affected by vascular birthmarks.
Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day
Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Day is observed on May 15 to educate the public about this severe pregnancy condition.
International MPS Awareness Day
International MPS Awareness Day is observed annually on May 15 to raise awareness for rare genetic lysosomal storage disorders.
International Conscientious Objectors Day
International Conscientious Objectors Day honors those who refuse military service for moral reasons every May 15.
International Huntington’s Disease Awareness Day
International Huntington’s Disease Awareness Day is held on May 15 to raise awareness for this rare genetic brain disorder.
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Global Awareness Day
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Global Awareness Day is an annual health observance on May 15 dedicated to raising awareness for the genetic disorder TSC.
Peace Officers Memorial Day
Peace Officers Memorial Day is a national observance held every May 15 to honor law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty.
National Chocolate Chip Day
National Chocolate Chip Day is celebrated annually on May 15 to honor the versatile baking morsel.
Bring Flowers To Someone Day
Bring Flowers To Someone Day is observed on May 15 to encourage the simple, kind gesture of gifting floral bouquets.
National Nylon Stocking Day
National Nylon Stocking Day celebrates the 1940 debut of synthetic hosiery and is observed annually on May 15.
Straw Hat Day
Straw Hat Day marks the seasonal transition to summer headwear and is celebrated annually on May 15.
National Senior Fraud Awareness Day
National Senior Fraud Awareness Day is observed on May 15 to help protect older adults from financial exploitation.
Relive Your Past By Listening to the First Music You Ever Bought No Matter What It Was No Excuses Day
Relive Your Past By Listening to the First Music You Ever Bought No Matter What It Was No Excuses Day falls on May 15.
National Safety Dose Day
National Safety Dose Day promotes accurate medication dosing and is observed on May 15.
Supply Chain Professionals Day
Supply Chain Professionals Day is celebrated on the third Monday in May to honor logistics and supply chain workers.
Shades Day
Shades Day is a charitable event observed on the Friday closest to May 15 to help families in need.
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International Day of Light
Celebrate the International Day of Light on May 16, recognizing the essential role of light in science, culture, and sustainable development.
Dinosaur Day
Celebrate Dinosaur Day on the third Tuesday of May by exploring the prehistoric world of dinosaurs through fun, educational activities for all ages.
Drawing Day
Drawing Day is observed on May 16 to celebrate sketching, doodling, and creative expression.
International Boys’ Day
International Boys’ Day is observed on May 16 to support boys’ well-being and mentoring.
International Day of Living Together in Peace
International Day of Living Together in Peace is observed on May 16 to promote peace and inclusion.
Whit Sunday (Pentecost Sunday)
Whit Sunday is observed 50 days after Easter to remember Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit.
National Barbecue Day
Happy National Barbecue Day! It's time to celebrate America's delicious grilled cuisine.
National Mimosa Day
Celebrate National Mimosa Day on May 16 by enjoying this classic brunch cocktail and exploring creative variations with friends and family.
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