Thursday
November 23
17 holidays and observances fall on this day.
World Watercolor Day
On November 23rd, the art world celebrates World Watercolor Day, established in 1991 by renowned Mexican watercolorist Alfredo Guati Rojo.
Doctor Who Day (TARDIS Day)
Celebrate Doctor Who Day (TARDIS Day) on November 23 — a global fandom event honouring the Doctor, the TARDIS and the imaginative spirit of time-travel adventures.
Wolfenoot
Celebrate Wolfenoot on November 23 — a fun, kind-hearted holiday honoring wolves, dogs and the people who love them, with gifts, moon cakes and acts of animal-kindness.
World Youth Day
Explore World Youth Day, a global Catholic youth gathering initiated by Pope John Paul II in 1985, celebrate its history, significance for young people worldwide, and ways to participate locally and globally.
Fibonacci Day
Fibonacci Day celebrates the famous number sequence and its appearance in nature, art and life, with history and fun ways to explore its patterns.
National Day of Mourning (Unthanksgiving Day)
An annual observance on the fourth Thursday of November, the National Day of Mourning offers Indigenous perspectives on the Thanksgiving legacy, promoting reflection, awareness and solidarity.
National Espresso Day
Discover National Espresso Day, learn about its history, significance and easy ways to celebrate the intense coffee shot loved around the world.
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a cherished American holiday celebrating gratitude, family gatherings, and traditions that bring people together across the nation.
National Bible Week
National Bible Week (week of Thanksgiving) encourages Americans to read, study and reflect on the Bible together, celebrating its role in faith and community.
National Cashew Day
National Cashew Day honors the beloved cashew with a look at its history, importance and easy, tasty ways to celebrate this crunchy favorite.
Thankful For My Dog Day
Thankful For My Dog Day celebrates the bond between dogs and their owners, with its history, meaning and heartfelt ways to show appreciation.
National Family Health History Day
National Family Health History Day encourages families to share and record health-history information, helping with preventive care and long-term wellness.
Eat A Cranberry Day
Eat A Cranberry Day on November 23 celebrates the tart, colourful cranberry with its history, meaning and simple ways to enjoy it in everyday meals.
National Dog Show Broadcast
A festive Thanksgiving-Day tradition, National Dog Show Broadcast Presented by Purina airs on NBC each year to celebrate hundreds of dog breeds, showcase top canine talent and bring family-friendly entertainment.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
A grand annual spectacle held on Thanksgiving Day in New York City, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade features giant balloons, festive floats and marching bands that mark the start of the holiday season.
Turkey-free Thanksgiving
Explore a turkey-free Thanksgiving celebration: redefine the holiday with an alternative main dish, inclusive menus and meaningful gathering beyond tradition.
Stir-Up Sunday
Stir-Up Sunday, a cherished tradition in the UK, falls on the last Sunday before Advent, making it a floating holiday that varies each year.
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Evolution Day
On Evolution Day, celebrated every 24 November, we honor the publication of Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species."
Your Unique Talent Day
Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day is a joyful occasion to recognize, share, and embrace your personal skills—no matter how big or small—and to connect with others through the diversity of talents.
D.B. Cooper Day
D.B. Cooper Day remembers the legendary hijacking of Northwest Orient Flight 305 in 1971, exploring the mystery, aviation history, and cultural legacy of the elusive D.B. Cooper.
National Sardines Day
National Sardines Day celebrates the small but mighty sardine—rich in nutrients, linked to food traditions worldwide, and a smart sustainable seafood choice.
Brownielocks Day (Big Hair Day or Brunette Pride Day)
Brownielocks Day is a cheerful celebration of brunette hair, big styles, and self-expression—also known as Big Hair Day or Brunette Pride Day.
National Use Even If Seal Is Broken Day
National Use Even If Seal Is Broken Day is a quirky consumer observance inviting people to reflect on packaging habits, food-safety assumptions, and whether a broken seal always means “discard”.
Win Friends and Influence People Day
Win Friends and Influence People Day honors the legacy of Dale Carnegie’s classic book and invites individuals to apply its timeless principles for better communication, more profound relationships, and positive influence.
Blasé Day
Blasé Day, celebrated on November 25th, nudges us to adopt a subdued outlook on life's events.
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