Category Archives: What Is Tea-Day?

What is Tea-Day? A play on words for us tea aficionados. What is Tea-Day refers to the current day and what holidays or observances are associated with it.

April 8th – Trading Cards and Baby Massage

Trading Cards

Trading Cards for Grown-ups Day ​Trading Cards for Grown-ups Day is celebrated annually on April 8. This day honors the passion and nostalgia that many adults have for collecting trading cards, whether they feature sports figures, pop culture icons, or characters from trading card games. Trading cards originated in the 19th century as promotional items […]

April 7th – Metrics, Beavers and Beer

Beer

Metric System Day Metric System Day is observed annually on October 10 (10/10). The date symbolizes the base-10 (decimal) structure of the metric system, which is built on powers of ten. Promote awareness and understanding of the metric system. Encourage its adoption and proper usage, especially in countries where it’s not the primary measurement system. […]

April 5th – Bell Bottoms and Deep-Dish Pizza

Deep Dish Pizza

Bell Bottoms Day ​​Bell Bottoms Day is celebrated annually on April 5th, honoring the iconic flared pants that became a symbol of self-expression and rebellion during the 1960s and 1970s. These trousers, snug at the top and wide at the bottom, bring a sense of flair and freedom. Wearing them feels like stepping into a […]

Fire Walk Day

Fire Walk

Fire Walk Day ​​International Firewalk Day is celebrated annually on the first Saturday of April, which in 2025 fell on April 5. This global event honors the ancient practice of firewalking—walking barefoot over hot embers—as a symbol of personal transformation, courage, and resilience.​ The idea for International Firewalk Day was conceived during the 2017 Firewalk […]

April 4th – Walking, Eating and Carrots

Carrots

Walk Around Things Day National Walk Around Things Day is observed annually on April 4. This lighthearted holiday encourages individuals to both literally and figuratively “walk around things,” promoting mindfulness, creativity, and a fresh perspective on problem-solving.​ While the exact origins of National Walk Around Things Day are unclear, the day serves as a reminder […]

April 3rd – Pony Express and Have Fun

Pony Express

Pony Express Day ​Pony Express Day commemorates the launch of the Pony Express, the historic mail service that began on April 3, 1860. It is typically observed on or around April 3rd each year in the United States, particularly in areas along the original route, such as Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and California. A fast mail […]

April 2nd – Ferrets, Autism and Peanut Butter and Jelly

Ferrets

Ferret Day Ferret Day is an informal celebration that recognizes ferrets—curious, playful, and affectionate pets that are beloved by many. In the United States, National Ferret Day is observed annually on April 2nd. The day raises awareness about responsible ferret ownership, promotes adoption, and helps dispel myths about these animals. Ferret Supplies Autism Awareness Day […]

April 1st – Saint (St.) Stupid and Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon

Saint (St.) Stupid Day – April Fool’s Day ​Saint Stupid’s Day is an annual parade and celebration held every April 1st (April Fools’ Day) in San Francisco, California. It was founded in the late 1970s by a street performer and absurdist philosopher named Ed Holmes, also known as Bishop Joey of the “First Church of […]