Pupusa Day Pupusa Day—officially National Pupusa Day—is celebrated on the second Sunday of November each year. In 2025, that falls on November 9. It’s a vibrant holiday in El Salvador (and among Salvadoran communities worldwide) dedicated to the country’s beloved national dish: the pupusa, a thick handmade tortilla stuffed with fillings like cheese, beans, pork, […]
Indian Pudding Day Indian Pudding Day is celebrated on November 13th each year. This special day honors the traditional New England dessert known as Indian pudding, which is made from cornmeal, molasses, brown sugar, and spices. It has roots in early American colonial cooking and is a comforting dish often enjoyed during the colder months. […]
American Fancy Rat and Mouse Day American Fancy Rat and Mouse Day is celebrated annually on November 12th. It’s a fun and educational observance dedicated to appreciating fancy rats and mice—the domesticated forms of the brown rat (Rattus norvegicus) and house mouse (Mus musculus)—as intelligent, affectionate, and clean pets rather than pests. The holiday was […]
World Ballet Day World Ballet Day is an annual event celebrating the beauty and artistry of ballet across the globe. Since its inception in 2014, World Ballet Day has provided fans with an inside look at the world of ballet, offering live-streamed classes, rehearsals, and exclusive backstage content. Typically held in October, the day is […]
Veterans Day Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11th, honors military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It originated as Armistice Day in 1919, marking the first anniversary of the end of World War I. In 1954, the holiday was renamed Veterans Day to recognize all U.S. veterans, not just those […]
World Orphans Day World Orphans Day is observed annually on the second Monday of November. It’s a global awareness day dedicated to supporting millions of children who have lost one or both parents due to war, disease, poverty, natural disasters, or other hardships. The day emphasizes the need for care, education, health, and emotional support […]
United States Marine Corps 249th Birthday The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States, serving as a highly versatile and expeditionary branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Established on November 10th, 1775, during the American Revolution, the Marines specialize in amphibious warfare, rapid-response missions, and joint […]
Scrapple Day Scrapple Day, celebrated on November 9th, honors the traditional American dish with deep roots in Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine. Scrapple is made from pork scraps and cornmeal, seasoned and shaped into a loaf, then sliced and pan-fried. Originally created as a way to minimize food waste, it became a comfort food staple. Often enjoyed […]
Abet and Aid Punsters Day Abet and Aid Punsters Day is celebrated every year on November 8th. It’s a lighthearted holiday dedicated to the art of puns and wordplay, encouraging people to share jokes, laugh together, and embrace linguistic creativity. The phrase “abet and aid” means to help or support someone in achieving a goal. […]
Jersey Friday Jersey Friday—officially known as National Jersey Friday—is a fun, sports-themed celebration observed on the first Friday of November each year. A day for sports fans to wear their favorite team jerseys—football, basketball, baseball, hockey, soccer, or any sport. Started by the NFL Players Association in 2015 to unite fans and celebrate team spirit […]