National Train Day

About National Train Day

National Train Day is a holiday started by Amtrak in 2008 as a method to spread information to the general public about the advantages of railway travel and the history of trains in the United States. Saturday closest to May 10, the anniversary of the pounding of the Golden spike in Promontory, Utah, which marked the completion of the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S.

16Jul

National Woodie Wagon Day

• Travel
• USA

This classic style of car embodies the American values of tradition and adventure.

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1Aug

American Adventures Month

• Travel
• USA

Be a happy camper. Or hotel resident. It doesn't matter - just get out and explore America.

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Free Comic Book Day

• Culture
• International

Free Comic Book Day is a national holiday where you can visit your local comic shop and get free comic books!

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Day of the Soldier

• Military
• El Salvador

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Day of the Soldier in El Salvador.

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Beaufort Scale Day

• Science
• International

Observed on the birthday of Sir Francis Beaufort, who was born on this day in 1774.

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World Naked Gardening Day

• Action
• International

If you have roses in your garden, all we are saying is be careful out there.

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