Welcome to November, a month filled with opportunities to celebrate and connect! As the year winds down, why not spice up your days with some fun national celebrations?
In this article, we’ve curated over 300 national days for November. Each day offers a chance to learn something new, spark a conversation, or simply have a good time. From quirky food celebrations to days that promote important causes, there’s something for everyone.
In our list, you’ll find a mix of well-known holidays and hidden gems. And remember, you don’t need to celebrate every single day. Even highlighting one to three days per week can make a big impact.
If you are simply looking for what national days are celebrated today, tomorrow or maybe yesterday, check out our dedicated pages:
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National & International Days in November 2026
November has more than 300+ national and international days as well as multiple awareness days. Some are celebrated on fixed dates, while others follow a certain rule, such as taking place on the first Wednesday of the month.
Here’s a short summary of the most notable national days, sometimes called fun holidays or even social media holidays, taking place in early November (November 1 – November 8). Coming one day after Halloween, November starts out withAll Saints’ Day on November 1. On the same day, World Vegan Day is observed. On November 4 you have the best excuse ever for enjoying your favorite candies: that’s right, it’s National Candy Day! If you are in the UK you shouldn’t forget about Guy Fawkes Night on November 5. Also worth observing on November 5 is National Redhead Day. Finally, on November 8 it’s National Cappuccino Day, meaning that you can share your love for Italian coffee with the world 🙂
November 1
November 1 reflect themes of inclusion, awareness, and mindful living that define the start of November.
- All Saints’ Day
- Autistics Speaking Day
- Daylight Saving Time Ends 🇺🇸* (First Sunday in November)
- Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos
- Deck the Everything Day
- International Pet Groomer Appreciation Day
- National Authors’ Day
- National Biologic Coordinators Day
- National Brush Day
- National Calzone Day
- National Cinnamon Day
- National Cook For Your Pets Day
- National Deep Fried Clams Day
🍤 There is a very similar day, National Fried Clam Day, celebrated on July 3. - National Family Literacy Day
- National Pâté Day
- National Vinegar Day
- Prime Meridian Day
- Scented Candle Day
- The Extra Mile Day
- World Vegan Day
- Zero Tasking Day* (First Sunday in November)
November 2
November 2 highlights press freedom, the art of ballet, and the power of online positivity.
- All Souls’ Day / The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
- Color the World Orange Day* (First Monday in November)
- Dynamic Harmlessness Day
- Fill Our Staplers Day* (One day after the start and finish of U.S. daylight savings time + March 9, 2026)
- International Be the Impact Day
- International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
- International Doge Day
- Job Action Day* (First Monday in November)
- Look for Circles Day
- National Broadcast Traffic Professionals Day / Traffic Directors Day* (Observed on November 2 unless it falls on a weekend, then celebrated on the following Monday)
- National Deviled Egg Day
- National Ohio Day
- Plan Your Epitaph Day* (takes place twice a year, on April 6 and November 2)
- World Ballet Day* (Date might change but is projected to be November 2)
🩰 A related observance, National Ballet Day, is celebrated annually on February 7.
November 3
November 3 combines everyday appreciation with civic engagement and creativity.
- Cliché Day
- Give Someone a Dollar Day
- National Accessory Day
- National Homemaker Day or National Housewife’s Day
- National Sandwich Day
- One Health Day
- Smart Home Day
- World Jellyfish Day
November 4
November 4’s sweetest highlight, National Candy Day, shares the spotlight with observances that celebrate literature, encourage creativity, and promote awareness of important health topics.
- National Advent Calendar Day* (First Wednesday in November)
- National Candy Day
- National Chicken Lady Day
- National Easy-Bake Oven Day
- National Healthy Eating Day* (First Wednesday in November)
- National Stress Awareness Day* (First Wednesday in November)
- National Waiting for the Barbarians Day (novel by J. M. Coetzee)
- Use Your Common Sense Day
- Wobbly Wednesday / Nystagmus Awareness Day* (First Wednesday in November)
November 5
November 5 celebrates American Football Day, National Donut Day, and National Redhead Day, while also drawing attention to global themes such as tsunami awareness and cultural appreciation.
- American Football Day
- Bonfire Night, Guy Fawkes Night or Gunpowder Day 🇬🇧
- International Project Management Day* (First Thursday in November)
- International Stout Day* (First Thursday in November)
- National Cash Back Day* (First Thursday in November)
- National Chinese Takeout Day
- National Donut Day / National Doughnut Day: While the main celebration for National Donut Day is held in June, it is also recognized on November 5.
- National Men Make Dinner Day* (First Thursday in November)
- National Redhead Day / National Love Your Red Hair Day
- World Tsunami Awareness Day
November 6
From savoring flavors on National Nachos Day and raising a toast on International Stout Day to honoring athletic achievement on National Basketball Day, November 6 celebrates food, culture, and awareness in equal measure.
- Fountain Pen Day* (First Friday in November)
- International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
- Love Your Lawyer Day* (First Friday in November)
- Marooned Without a Compass Day
- National Basketball Day
- National Jersey Day* (First Friday in November)
- National Ladies Learning Code Day (Canada 🇨🇦)
- National Medical Science Liaison Awareness and Appreciation Day* (First Friday in November)
- National Nachos Day
- National Report Home Health Care Fraud Day
- National Saxophone Day
- National Team Manager Day
- World Let’s Stop Shouting Day
November 7
November 7 brings a mix of days that honor the people who make life safer, smarter, and more caring—from medical experts and notaries to lawyers and scientists—while also inviting everyone to slow down, share a hug, and enjoy some chocolate or a glass of Merlot.
- International Day of Medical Physics
- International Hug A Bear Day
- International Merlot Day
- National Bison Day* (First Saturday in November)
- National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
- National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day
- National Programmatic Advertising Day
- National Retinol Day
- Notary Public Day
- World Numbat Day* (First Saturday in November)
November 8
November 8 combines observances that honor pianists, educators, and urban planners while promoting science, health awareness, bold flavors, and playful wordplay.
- Abet and Aid Punsters Day
- Cook Something Bold and Pungent Day
- International Tongue Twister Day* (Second Sunday in November)
- National Ample Time Day
- National Cappuccino Day
- National Dunce Day
- National Harvey Wallbanger Day
- National Parents as Teachers Day
- National Pupusa Day* (Second Sunday in November)
- National Shot Day
- National STEM/STEAM Day
- Pertussis Awareness Day / Whooping Cough Day
- Pure Religion Sunday* (Second Sunday in November) formerly known as Orphan Sunday and Stand Sunday
- Remembrance Sunday 🇬🇧* (Second Sunday in November)
- Talk Money Day
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- World Radiography Day
- World Town Planning Day
Between November 9 and November 15 there are a number of holidays to observe – some simply fun (National Vanilla Cupcake Day) and others more serious (World Diabetes Day). Finally, on Singles’ Day, the biggest shopping day worldwide, you can make some great bargains – or maybe announce a Singles’ Day sale if you have an online business.
My advice to businesses: don’t forget about World Kindness Day on November 13. Share a story of kindess and/or let your audience share their stories.
November 9
November 9 brings together moments of reflection, creativity, and community—from honoring veterans and celebrating freedom to enjoying culturally significant foods, art, and language that connect people across the world.
- British Pudding Day
- Carl Sagan Day
- Chaos Never Dies Day
- Eleven09 Day
- Geriatric Tooth Fairy Day
- Go to an Art Museum Day
- Microtia Awareness Day
- National Chicken Sandwich Day
- National Louisiana Day
- National Scrapple Day
- Odd Socks Day 🇬🇧* (Second Monday in November)
- World Freedom Day
- World Orphans Day* (Second Monday of November). Two separate organizations promote this observance on different dates. One marks it on April 20, while the other observes it on the second Monday in November.
November 10
November 10 highlights themes of reflection, gratitude, and sweetness to start the week.
- Area Code Day
- International Accounting Day
- International Summer Camp T-Shirt Day / Camp T-Shirt Day* (Second Tuesday in November)
- National Civic Pride Day
- National Forget-Me-Not Day
- National Vanilla Cupcake Day
- Sesame Street Day
- USMC Day (U.S. Marine Corps Birthday)
- World Immunization Day
- World Keratoconus Day
- World NET Cancer Day
- World Science Day for Peace and Development
- World Top Up Day
November 11
November 11 highlights themes of honor, individuality, and innovation—from paying tribute to veterans’ service and sacrifice to celebrating personal identity, cultural exchange, and responsible use of technology in the digital era.
- Data Governance Day. There is a similar day, Global Information Governance Day (GIGD), which takes place on the third Thursday in February.
- National Metal Day
- National Sundae Day
- Pocky Day / Pocky & Pretz Day
- Singles Day
- Veterans Day
November 12
November 12 highlights global health awareness, personal reflection, and comfort food traditions.
- Fancy Rat & Mouse Day
- National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
- National Community Education Day* (Second Thursday in November)
- National French Dip Day
- National Happy Hour Day
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day
- National Survivors’ Day 🇦🇺
- Tempranillo Day* (Second Thursday in November)
- World Quality Day* (Second Thursday in November)
- World Pneumonia Day
- World Usability Day* (Second Thursday in November)
November 13
November 13 highlights themes of kindness, learning, and exploration, bringing together observances that inspire compassion toward others, encourage lifelong education, and celebrate the joy of discovering new places.
- National Dream Destination Day
- National DTC (Direct-To-Consumer) Friday* (observed two weeks before Black Friday)
- National Hug a Musician Day
- National Indian Pudding Day
- National Sea Salt Caramel Day
- Sadie Hawkins Day
- Symphonic Metal Day
- World Kindness Day
November 14
November 14 highlights global health, safety, and care through observances such as World Diabetes Day, National Seat Belt Day, and Operating Room Nurse Day, while also celebrating comfort, family, and tasty foods.
- International Girls Day by Kappa Delta
- Loosen Up, Lighten Up Day (LULU)
- National American Teddy Bear Day
- National Donor Sabbath* (November 13-15, 2026 – observed from Friday through Sunday two weekends before Thanksgiving)
- National Family PJ Day
- National Pickle Day
- National Saddle Hunting Day* (Second Saturday in November)
- National Seat Belt Day
- National Spicy Guacamole Day
- Operating Room Nurse Day
- World Diabetes Day
November 15
November 15 highlights themes of environmental awareness, family appreciation, and traditional foods, bringing attention to recycling efforts, acts of care, and classic recipes that reflect shared values and everyday traditions.
- National Bundt Day
- National Raisin Bran Cereal Day
- National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day
- I Love to Write Day
- National Philanthropy Day
- National Spicy Hermit Cookie Day
- America Recycles Day / National Recycling Day
- National Drummer Day / National Drumming Day
- Steve Irwin Day
- Day of the Imprisoned Writer
- National Family Civility Day
- Pack Your Mom’s Lunch Day
- World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims* (Third Sunday in November)
fThe end of November is a busy time when it comes to fun holidays, national days and awareness days. For businesses, it’s a prime time with major shopping events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday around Thanksgiving, as well as Small Business Saturday. National food days in late November include such classics as National Cake Day, National Fast Food Day and National Mousse Day. Then there are also the important awareness days International Day for Tolerance and Computer Security Day. And if you just want a fun holiday to celebrate, how about observing National Absurdity Day or National Take a Hike Day?
November 16
November 16 highlights themes of understanding, safety, and recognition through observances such as the International Day for Tolerance, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, and National Black Marketers Day.
- Have a Party with Your Bear Day
- International Day for Tolerance
- National Black Marketers Day
- National Button Day
- National Check Your Wipers Day* (held twice a year in May and November)
- National Clarinet Day
- National Fast Food Day
- National Indiana Day. While the official statehood day falls on December 11, National Indiana Day offers another opportunity to recognize the state’s culture, history, and contributions.
- National Slobber Appreciation Day
November 17
November 17 highlights observances that celebrate homemade bread, butter, and premature infant awareness, along with several other cultural and culinary themes.
- International Happy Gose Day (German beer)
- International Students’ Day
- National Baklava Day
- National Butter Day
- National Entrepreneur’s Day* (Third Tuesday in November)
- National Homemade Bread Day
- National Take a Hike Day
- National Testosterone Awareness Day
- National Unfriend Day
- National Working Daughters Day* (Third Tuesday in November)
- World Prematurity Day
November 18
November 18 includes global awareness days focused on public health, safety, and human rights, while also celebrating pop culture icons like Mickey Mouse, the mysteries of the occult, and food traditions.
- BOTOX Cosmetic Day* (Third Wednesday in November)
- European Antibiotic Awareness Day
- GIS Day / Geographic Information Systems Day* (Third Wednesday in November)
- International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Men
- International Occult Day (also known as World Occult Day or National Occult Day)
- Married to a Scorpio Support Day
- Mickey Mouse Day / Mickey Mouse Birthday / Minnie Mouse’s Birthday
- National Apple Cider Day. Note that World Cider Day, which celebrates the alcoholic version known as hard cider in the U.S., is observed on June 3.
- National Educational Support Professionals Day* (Wednesday during American Education Week)
- National Injury Prevention Day
🇨🇦 Note that in Canada, a separate National Injury Prevention Day is observed annually on July 5. - National Minecraft Day
- National Princess Day
- National Vichyssoise Day
- Underwater Hockey World Day / UWH Day
- World COPD Day / Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day* (Third Wednesday in November)
- World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence
- Zinfandel Day* (Third Wednesday in November)
November 19
November 19 brings together several meaningful global and national observances. From addressing sanitation and violence prevention to honoring entrepreneurship, journalists, and even classic board games, November 19 offers a mix of reflection, recognition, and fun.
- Beaujolais Nouveau Day* (Third Thursday of November)
- Great American Smokeout* (Third Thursday of November)
🚭 Download our free 30-day no-smoking challenge to support your journey to quit. - Guinness World Records Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- Have A Bad Day Day
- International Men’s Day
- International Journalist Day
- National Camp Day
- National Carbonated Beverage With Caffeine Day
- National Children’s Grief Awareness Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- National Play Monopoly Day
- National Rural Health Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- Social Enterprise Day 🇬🇧* (Third Thursday in November)
- Use Less Stuff Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
- World Pancreatic Cancer Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- World Philosophy Day* (Third Thursday in November)
- World Toilet Day
November 20
November 20 features many observances that spotlight children’s rights, honor educators, address global challenges, and add balance with a few lighthearted celebrations.
- Funeral Celebrant Day* (Third Friday in November)
- Future Teachers of America Day
- International Hug A Runner Day / Globally Organized Hug A Runner Day (G.O.H.A.R.D.)
- National Absurdity Day
- National Pay Back Your Parents Day
- National Peanut Butter Fudge Day
- Name Your PC Day. There is a similar day called Name Your Car Day on October 2.
- National Substitute Educators Day* (Friday before Thanksgiving)
- Stand Up To Bullying Day* (Third Friday in November)
- Transgender Day of Remembrance
- World Children’s Day / Universal Children’s Day / National Children’s Day
- World Vasectomy Day* (Third Friday in November)
November 21
November 21 brings together observances that address justice, public health, education, and global communication, while also including cultural and food-focused celebrations.
- False Confession Day
- Family Volunteer Day* (Saturday before Thanksgiving)
- International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day* (Saturday before American Thanksgiving)
- National Adoption Day* (Saturday Before Thanksgiving)
- National Gingerbread Cookie Day
- National Red Mitten Day 🇨🇦
- National Stuffing Day
- National UTI Awareness Day
- World Fisheries Day
- World Hello Day
- World Television Day
November 22
November 22 brings attention to efforts that support stable homes, honor those who provide essential care, trace key innovations in travel, and celebrate Larimar, the Dominican Republic’s rare blue stone.
- Go For A Ride Day
- Humane Society Anniversary Day
- Love Your Freckles Day
- National Cranberry Relish Day
- National Housing Day 🇨🇦
- National Larimar Day (stone)
- Stir-up Sunday* (Last Sunday before Advent)
November 23
November 23 brings together math and sci-fi celebrations with holiday cooking traditions and a moment of appreciation for our dogs.
- Doctor Who Day
👾 For dedicated fans, there’s also International Dalek Remembrance Day on December 21. - Fibonacci Day
- National Brand Day* (Fourth Monday in November)
- National Cashew Day
- National Eat A Cranberry Day
- National Espresso Day
☕️ Note there is similar Espresso Italiano Day that falls on April 17, and our website also offers a full list of coffee-related national days for those interested. - National Thankful for My Dog Day
November 24
November 24 highlights observances centered on sardines, evolutionary science, talented pets, and early holiday traditions.
- Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day
- Evolution Day
📚 There is a similar day called Darwin Day, which honors his birth on February 12. - International Au Pair Day
- National Fairy Bread Day
- National Sardines Day
November 25
November 25 brings together observances focused on ending violence, supporting sustainable natural materials, and celebrating creative expression through food, crafts, and culture.
- Blasé Day
- DrinksGiving / Blackout Wednesday* (Day Before Thanksgiving)
- Gazpacho Soup Day
- International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women: This United Nations observance launches the 16-day UNiTE campaign to end violence against women, concluding on Human Rights Day, December 10.
- National Jukebox Day* (Day Before Thanksgiving)
- National Natural Fibers Day
- National Parfait Day
- National Play Day with Dad
- National Tie One on Day* (Day Before Thanksgiving)
- Shopping Reminder Day
- What Do You Love About America Day* (Six days after the third Thursday in November)
November 26
November 26 brings together observances that spotlight music history, kindness, gratitude, pets, and environmental awareness.
- Coton de Tulear Day
- Good Grief Day
- National Cake Day / International Cake Day
- National Day of Mourning / Unthanksgiving Day* (Fourth Thursday in November)
- National Family Health History Day* (Fourth Thursday in November)
- Thanksgiving* (Last Thursday in November)
- Tie One On For Safety* (Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day)
- Turkey-Free Thanksgiving* (Fourth Thursday in November)
- World Lewis Day
🇦🇺 Explore more Australia-dedicated national days.
November 27
November 27 centers on Thanksgiving and its themes of gratitude, family, and shared meals. Alongside the holiday, the date also features observances that explore wildlife protection, classic desserts, and creative traditions.
- Black Friday* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Brown Friday* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Buy Nothing Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Fur-Free Friday* (Last Friday in November)
- International Systems Engineer Day* (Last Friday of November)
- Maize Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- National Bavarian Cream Pie Day
- National Craft Jerky Day
- National Day of Listening* (Day After Thanksgiving)
👂 Similar days: World Listening Day (July 18) and International Day of Listening (Third Thursday in September) - National Flossing Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- National Illustration Day* (Last Friday in November)
- National Native American Heritage Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Pins and Needles Day
- Sinkie Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
- Turtle Adoption Day
🐢 A related day, World Turtle Day on May 23, encourages action that helps protect endangered and at-risk turtle species. - You’re Welcomegiving Day* (Day After Thanksgiving)
November 28
November 28 features 15 national day observances, many of which connect to Thanksgiving through themes of togetherness, gratitude, food, and family traditions.
- International Aura Awareness Day* (Fourth Saturday in November)
🔮 Similar themes are celebrated on National Psychic Day, observed on the first Sunday in August. - National French Toast Day
- Red Planet Day
- Small Business Saturday* (Saturday after Thanksgiving)
November 29
November 29 brings together food-themed celebrations like National Lemon Cream Pie Day and major annual events such as Small Business Saturday, alongside several cultural and awareness observances.
- Cyber Safety Sunday* (Sunday before Cyber Monday)
- Electronic Greetings Day
- First Sunday of Advent* (Fourth Sunday before Christmas)
- International Jaguar Day
- International Shift Worker Sunday* (Last Sunday of November)
- National Chocolates Day
- National Lemon Cream Pie Day
- National Secondhand Sunday* (Sunday after Thanksgiving)
- National Square Dancing Day
- Throw Out Your Leftovers Day
🧽 Coincidentally following Thanksgiving, it serves as a second chance to tidy up, much like Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day that took place on November 15.
November 30
November 30 brings together observances focused on public safety, digital responsibility, social equity, heritage, and seasonal traditions, along with several food and lifestyle themes.
- Blue Beanie Day
- Cities for Life Day
- Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare
- International ESG Day
- National Computer Security Day
- National Mason Jar Day
- National Mate Day
- National Meth Awareness Day
- National Mousse Day
- National Mississippi Day
- National Personal Space Day
- Native Women’s Equal Pay Day
- Perpetual Youth Day
- Stay Home Because You’re Well Day
National Weeks in November
- Polar Bear Week (November 1-7, 2026)
- American Education Week (Friday before the third Monday in November through the Friday following it)
- International Fraud Awareness Week (Observed the week before U.S. Thanksgiving)
- National Game & Puzzle Week (Thanksgiving week)
National Months in November
Finally, November is a month during which a number of causes are being championed. The ones in the list below are the ones you should know about. At the very least, don’t miss #Movember!
Fun and General Observances
- No Shave November #Noshavenovember
- Movember #Movember
- Peanut Butter Month #PeanutButterLoversMonth
- Manatee Awareness Month #ManateeAwarenessMonth
- Native American Heritage Month #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
- World Vegan Month #VeganMonth
- Adoption Month #AdoptionMonth
- National Novel Writing Month #NovelWritingMonth #NationalNovelWritingMonth
- National Sleep Comfort Month
- National Family Literacy Month
Health-Related Observances
- Children’s Grief Awareness Month
- National Diabetes Month #NationalDiabetesMonth
- Epilepsy Awareness Month #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth
- Lung Cancer Awareness Month #LungCancerAwareness
- Pancreatic Cancer Awareness #PancreaticCancerAwareness
- Prematurity Awareness Month #PrematurityAwarenessMonth #PrematurityAwareness
- National Healthy Skin Month #NationalHealthySkinMonth
