Sports Observances

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

National Student-Athlete Day

National Student-Athlete Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Student-Athlete Day

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International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 

Sport has the power to change the world; it is a fundamental right, a powerful tool to strengthen social ties and promote sustainable development and peace and well as solidarity, and respect.

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World Table Tennis Day

World Table Tennis Day 🏓

A day to celebrate table tennis, as well as the universality and social inclusiveness the sport represents.

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National Golf Month

National Golf Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Month

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National Golf Day

National Golf Day ⛳

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Day.

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National Miniature Golf Day

National Miniature Golf Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Miniature Golf Day

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NASCAR Day

NASCAR Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of NASCAR Day

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National Learn to Swim Day

National Learn to Swim Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Learn to Swim Day

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F.A. Cup Final

F.A. Cup Final

Find out the date and history of the F.A. Cup Final

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Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling

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National Fishing and Boating Week

National Fishing and Boating Week

Fishing and boating allow you to release stress, relax, and enjoy wildlife.

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World Bicycle Day

World Bicycle Day 🚴

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

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Global Running Day

Global Running Day 🏃

I'm so unfit, I get tired running a bath!

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National Yo-Yo Day

National Yo-Yo Day

You know what they say about yoyoing? It has it’s ups and downs.

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National Go Fishing Day

National Go Fishing Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Go Fishing Day

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International Chess Day

International Chess Day ♞

Played by millions of people worldwide, chess is believed to be derived from the Indian game chaturanga sometime before the 7th century.

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The Glorious Twelfth

The Glorious Twelfth

August 12th marks the start of the shooting season for game in the UK.

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International Geocaching Day

International Geocaching Day

This very modern treasure hunt takes place on the third Saturday in August

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International Boxing Day

International Boxing Day 🥊

International Boxing Day is the perfect day to get in the ring and show your skills!

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National Sports Day

National Sports Day

In India this is a day to honour sports and athlete on the birthday of a famous Indian hockey player.

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U.S. Bowling League Day

U.S. Bowling League Day 🎳

Find out the dates, history and traditions of U.S. Bowling League Day

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International Taekwondo Day

International Taekwondo Day

International Taekwondo Day is a celebration of a martial art that transcends borders and generations.

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International Day of University Sport

International Day of University Sport

International Day of University Sport (IDUS) is celebrated on 20 September and was officially proclaimed by the United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organisation (UNESCO).

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Day of Slovenian Sport

Day of Slovenian Sport

The focus of this day is to encourage Slovenians to stretch their legs and exercise

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National Fitness Day

National Fitness Day

National Fitness Day is the most active day of the year and the day to celebrate the role that physical activity plays across the UK.

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National Golf Lover’s Day

National Golf Lover’s Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Golf Lover’s Day

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American Touch Tag Day

American Touch Tag Day

You're it! So it's your turn to celebrate this simple but fun game for all ages.

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National Dice Day

National Dice Day

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

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Harlem Globetrotter's Day

Harlem Globetrotter's Day 🏀

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Harlem Globetrotter's Day.

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World Snow Day

World Snow Day

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

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National Women and Girls in Sports Day

National Women and Girls in Sports Day

Celebrate the impact of female athletes on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, honoring achievements and advocating for equality.

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Super Bowl Sunday

Super Bowl Sunday 🏈

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Super Bowl Sunday

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Play Tennis Day

Play Tennis Day 🎾

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Play Tennis Day.

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