December 3 National Days

December 3, 2025, is the 338th day of the year, with 27 days remaining. Falling on a Wednesday in the 49th week, the date brings together observances that focus on accessibility, housing and community needs, women’s entrepreneurship, wildlife conservation, and familiar seasonal food like peppermint lattes and bean casseroles.

Below is a list of 9 national and international days celebrated on December 3, each with a brief explanation.

National & International Days on December 3

Choose Women Wednesday* (Wednesday after Thanksgiving) was created in 2014 by the Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization to draw attention to women entrepreneurs and the challenges they face, especially the gap in access to funding and opportunities. The day encourages people to intentionally support women-owned businesses as a way to strengthen communities and promote economic equality.

💞 A related observance, National Women Support Women Day on December 1, also promotes encouragement and solidarity among women.

International Disability Day / International Day of Persons with Disabilities was created by the United Nations in 1992 to promote equal participation and dignity for people with disabilities. The observance encourages countries and communities to remove the barriers that make everyday life harder, whether in school, at work, in public spaces, or in social activities. It also highlights the importance of accessible design and assistive technologies that help people live more independently and take part fully in society.

Let’s Hug Day encourages people to share a hug with someone they care about. This day reminds us that physical affection plays an important role in helping people feel supported, connected, and valued. A similar observance, National Hug Day, is celebrated on January 21.

National Green Bean Casserole Day celebrates a dish that became popular because it was quick, inexpensive, and easy to make. In 1955, Dorcas Reilly at the Campbell Soup Company mixed canned green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and crunchy fried onions to create a simple side dish that almost anyone could put together. The recipe spread widely once it appeared on soup labels in the 1960s, and it soon became a regular part of holiday dinners across the United States. Many families still prepare it during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

National Make a Gift Day encourages people to create a present rather than purchase one. It highlights the value of handmade items, which can reflect personal effort and make gift-giving more intentional. The observance falls early in December to give people enough time to plan and finish whatever they choose to create.

🎁 Here are a few ideas for you: DIY flavored sea salts, homemade seasoning blends, no-bake edible gifts.

National Make a Gift Day

National Package Protection Day* (Wednesday after Thanksgiving) was created in 2016 by Ring.com to address the rise in package theft during the busy holiday shopping period. Many people order gifts online after Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and many deliveries are left outside, where they can be taken by “porch pirates.” The observance reminds homeowners to look after their deliveries and consider basic steps to keep them safe, such as using secure drop-off spots or checking tracking updates.

National Peppermint Latte Day celebrates the seasonal coffee drink made by mixing espresso, steamed milk, and peppermint flavoring. Cafés helped popularize it by adding it to their seasonal menus, where the cool mint taste pairs with the warmth of the coffee. The observance draws attention to this well-known holiday flavor and invites people to enjoy a drink many associate with the start of the festive season.

🥤 Explore the complete list of coffee-related national days.

National Peppermint Latte Day

National Roof Over Your Head Day encourages people to appreciate the stability and safety that come with having a place to live. The observance also brings attention to those who struggle with homelessness or inadequate housing. Placed right after Thanksgiving, the day highlights the importance of valuing what many take for granted while recognizing that not everyone has the same security.

World Coati Day World Coati Day raises awareness about coatis—small mammals related to raccoons that live in North, Central, and South America. Coatis play an important role in their ecosystems by spreading seeds, pollinating plants, and controlling insects. All four species are facing population declines due to habitat loss, hunting, the illegal pet trade, and road accidents, with the Eastern Mountain Coati listed as endangered. Established in 2019, World Coati Day is supported by zoos, bloggers, and conservationists who aim to protect these furry animals during their breeding season.