Action Observances

There is a Day for That! provides you with a list of observances and national days related to Action.

While some holidays are a good excuse to kick back and do nothing with your day off, on these days it's the opposite - a chance to do something interesting or different.

National Tell a Story Day

National Tell a Story Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Tell a Story Day

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National Honesty Day

National Honesty Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Honesty Day

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World Password Day

World Password Day

This day was created to raise awareness about the importance of using strong passwords.

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Join Hands Day

Join Hands Day

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National Scrapbook Day

National Scrapbook Day

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World Naked Gardening Day

World Naked Gardening Day

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

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World Laughter Day

World Laughter Day 🤣

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Laughter Day.

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National Laughter Day

National Laughter Day 😂

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National Dance Like a Chicken Day

National Dance Like a Chicken Day

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National No Dirty Dishes Day

National No Dirty Dishes Day

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National Pick Strawberries Day

National Pick Strawberries Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Pick Strawberries Day

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National Scavenger Hunt Day

National Scavenger Hunt Day

There's treasure in them thar hills - or at least what's on our scavenger hunt list.

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Put a Pillow in Your Fridge Day

Put a Pillow in Your Fridge Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Put a Pillow in Your Fridge Day

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National Go Barefoot Day

National Go Barefoot Day

Get closer to nature! Today, kick off those shoes, sandals, sneakers or slippers and feel the grass or sand on your feet!

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National Say Something Nice Day

National Say Something Nice Day

What's free but you pay? A compliment, and it's a great way to brighten up someone's day.

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National Repeat Day

National Repeat Day

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

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National Name Your Poison Day

National Name Your Poison Day

Don't sit there looking at this link - carpe diem and make a decision - that's what Name your Poison Day is all about.

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National Smile Power Day

National Smile Power Day

Never under-estimate the power of a smile!

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National Selfie Day

National Selfie Day

We probably don't need a day to encourage people to take pictures of themselves, but there is no denying the cultural impact of selfies.

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National Handshake Day

National Handshake Day

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National Cheer Up The Lonely Day

National Cheer Up The Lonely Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Cheer Up The Lonely Day

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National Get Out of the Dog House Day

National Get Out of the Dog House Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Get Out of the Dog House Day

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Toss Away the Could Haves and Should Haves Day

Toss Away the Could Haves and Should Haves Day

This is a day to embrace your inner Édith Piaf - and regret nothing!

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National Talk in an Elevator Day

National Talk in an Elevator Day

This holiday is going up in the world. And down again.

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National Sleepy Head Day

National Sleepy Head Day 😴

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sleepy Head Day

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Cycle to Work Day

Cycle to Work Day 🚴

Encouraging workers all around the country to get on their bikes and get into work the best way possible – on two wheels!

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National Wiggle Your Toes Day

National Wiggle Your Toes Day

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National Night Out Day

National Night Out Day

An annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie

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National Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day

National Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sneak Some Zucchini Into Your Neighbor’s Porch Day

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National Garage Sale Day

National Garage Sale Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Garage Sale Day

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National Tell a Joke Day

National Tell a Joke Day

Telling a joke today is a serious matter.

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Never Give Up Day

Never Give Up Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Never Give Up Day.

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National Knife Day

National Knife Day 🔪

That's not a Knife day - this is a Knife day!

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National Kiss and Make Up Day

National Kiss and Make Up Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Kiss and Make Up Day

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National Make Your Bed Day

National Make Your Bed Day

When you are upset - just imagine a T-Rex trying to make a bed.

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National Day of Encouragement

National Day of Encouragement

Come on - you can do this - you can celebrate the National Day of Encouragement!

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National Blame Someone Else Day

National Blame Someone Else Day

National Blame Someone Else Day is observed on the first Friday The 13th of The Year.

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Talk Like A Pirate Day

Talk Like A Pirate Day

Why are pirates called pirates? Because they arrrrr!

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Innergize Day

Innergize Day

As summer has officially ended, this is a day intended to be spent in relaxation.

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National Tune-Up Day

National Tune-Up Day

Before the cold weather really kicks in, this day is a reminder to sort out your central heating.

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National Name Your Car Day

National Name Your Car Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Name Your Car Day

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National Walk to School Day

National Walk to School Day

Join kids and families around the globe to walk and bicycle to school on the first Wednesday in October to promote physical activity

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