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Anne and Samantha Day
Anne and Samantha Day, observed on December 21, honors the inspiring legacies of Anne Frank and Samantha Smith—two young people whose words and actions encouraged others to…
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Saturday, December 21, 1833
Published holidays observed on this date.
Religious
Blue Christmas Service
Blue Christmas Service, observed on December 21, offers a gentle space for people who may find the holiday season difficult. While Christmas is often associated with celebration…
Religious
United States, Canada +3
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December Solstice
December Solstice, observed on December 21, marks a significant turning point in Earth’s annual journey around the Sun. It is the moment when one hemisphere experiences its…
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China, Iran +26
Cultural
Dongzhi
Dongzhi, observed on December 21, is a traditional East Asian festival that welcomes the winter solstice—the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the…
Cultural
China, Taiwan +6
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Don’t Make Your Bed Day
Don’t Make Your Bed Day, observed on December 21, offers a lighthearted excuse to skip one of the day’s usual chores. Instead of straightening sheets and arranging pillows, you…
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United States
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Humbug Day
Humbug Day, observed on December 21, offers a lighthearted chance to acknowledge the stress, pressure, and occasional frustrations that can accompany the holiday season. Inspired…
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United States
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International Dalek Remembrance Day
International Dalek Remembrance Day, observed on December 21, offers *Doctor Who* fans a playful opportunity to remember one of science fiction’s most recognizable villains. With…
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Awareness
Look On The Bright Side Day
Look On The Bright Side Day, observed on December 21, encourages people to focus on hope, gratitude, and the positive moments in everyday life. It’s a gentle reminder that even…
Awareness
United States
Just for fun
National Armagnac Day
National Armagnac Day, observed on December 21, celebrates Armagnac, a distinctive French brandy with deep roots in the Gascony region of southwestern France. Made from carefully…
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France, United States
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National Coquito Day
National Coquito Day, observed on December 21, celebrates Puerto Rico’s beloved holiday beverage: coquito. Often described as a creamy coconut-based drink with warm spices and a…
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United States, Puerto Rico
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National Crossword Puzzle Day
National Crossword Puzzle Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the timeless appeal of filling in clues, discovering words, and completing that satisfying final square.…
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United States
Just for fun
National Flashlight Day
National Flashlight Day, observed on December 21, shines a light on one of the simplest and most useful tools in everyday life. Flashlights help us find our way during power…
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United States
Just for fun
National French Fried Shrimp Day
National French Fried Shrimp Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the simple pleasure of shrimp coated in a crisp, golden breading and fried until deliciously crunchy. It’s…
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United States
Awareness
National Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day
National Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day is observed on December 21 to honor people who have experienced homelessness and died without a permanent place to call home. Held near…
Awareness
United States, Canada +3
Cultural
National Maine Day
National Maine Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the Pine Tree State’s distinctive character, natural beauty, and rich heritage. From its rugged Atlantic coastline and…
Cultural
United States
Just for fun
Phileas Fogg Win a Wager Day
Phileas Fogg Win a Wager Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the thrilling conclusion of Jules Verne’s classic adventure novel *Around the World in Eighty Days*. The…
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United States
Awareness
Short Girl Appreciation Day
Short Girl Appreciation Day, observed on December 21, is a cheerful occasion celebrating women and girls who are petite in height. It invites everyone to recognize the…
Awareness
United States
Civic
São Tomé Day
São Tomé Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the island of São Tomé and the heritage of the people who call it home. The day is closely associated with Saint Thomas the…
Civic
São Tomé and Príncipe
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Winter Solstice
Winter Solstice, observed on December 21, marks the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. It celebrates the moment when the Earth’s tilt…
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Afghanistan, Canada +8
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World Snowboard Day
World Snowboard Day, observed on December 21, celebrates the energy, creativity, and freedom of snowboarding. It brings together riders, winter-sports fans, and curious newcomers…
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United States, Canada +17
Cultural
Yule
Yule, observed on December 21, is a traditional winter celebration associated with the winter solstice—the longest night and the return of gradually increasing daylight. Rooted…
Cultural
Denmark, Finland +7