December 16 National Days

December 16, 2025, is the 351st day of the year, with 15 days remaining. Falling on a Tuesday in the 50th week, this date features just three observances, offering a calmer day in the middle of busy holiday preparations.

Below is a list of all national and international days celebrated on December 16, each with a brief explanation.

National & International Days on December 16

Barbie and Barney Backlash Day, created by Thomas and Ruth Roy of Wellcat.com, offers a humorous break from the constant songs, stories, and merchandise linked to Barbie and Barney. The observance gives parents and caregivers a moment to step back from the characters’ widespread presence in children’s entertainment and enjoy a brief pause from their familiar themes.

National Chocolate Covered Anything Day invites chocolate lovers to dip, drizzle, and coat a wide range of foods in chocolate. Fruits, nuts, pretzels, and even salty snacks all work well. Chocolate-covered fruit appeared in European kitchens as early as the 1700s, and today the observance encourages everyone to explore both classic and unexpected combinations.

National Chocolate Covered Anything Day

Stupid Toy Day looks back at childhood toys that may now seem odd, simple, or short-lived but were once eagerly collected and enjoyed. The observance encourages people to reflect on past fads, why certain toys became popular, and how quickly some of them faded. It also offers a moment to consider the quality and lasting value of the toys we choose today. Examples often mentioned include Mr. Potato Head, Beanie Babies, Pet Rocks, Tamagotchis, Furbies, and Slinkys.